Surfactant

Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-3 OLEATE
CAS 33940-98-6 EC 251-749-7
ester of triglycerol and oleic acid
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Emulsifier (W/O, HLB ~6.2); skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

ester of triglycerol and oleic acid

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
33940-98-6
EC Number
251-749-7
INCI
POLYGLYCERYL-3 OLEATE
Category
Surfactant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026