What it is
This ingredient is a crosslinked polymer built on a polyglyceryl-3 backbone esterified with stearate, isostearate, and dimer dilinoleate groups. The crosslinked network gives it emulsifying and structuring capability, helping stabilize and thicken emulsions while contributing an emollient, cushiony feel. It is used in richer formats where both emulsion stability and a substantive texture are wanted.
Safety & warnings
Polyglyceryl ester crosspolymers of this type are generally well tolerated in topical use. Sensitivity is uncommon.
Origin & sourcing
Synthetic crosslinked ester polymer made from glycerin-based polyglycerin and fatty acid/dimer acid components.
Questions everyone asks
What is this crosspolymer used for?
It serves as an emulsifier and thickener that stabilizes and structures emulsions while adding an emollient, cushiony feel.
Why is it a crosspolymer?
The crosslinked network gives it added structuring power, helping build viscosity and keep richer emulsions stable.