Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate
What Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate is & what it does
Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate is a synthetic ester made from polyglycerin and isostearic acid, used as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent. In sunscreen and cream formulas it helps blend oil and water phases into a stable mixture and can improve spreadability. Polyglyceryl emulsifiers are often chosen as alternatives to PEG-based emulsifiers.
What does Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate is used as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent. In sunscreens and creams it helps blend oil and water into a stable mixture and can improve how a product spreads. It is often chosen as an alternative to PEG-based emulsifiers.
Is Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate comedogenic?
Reliable comedogenicity ratings for this specific emulsifier are limited, and pore-clogging potential can differ between people. It is used at functional levels as an emulsifier rather than as a heavy oil, but anyone prone to breakouts may want to patch test.
Is Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate natural or synthetic?
It is a synthetic ester produced from polyglycerin and isostearic acid. While its building blocks can be sourced from plant materials, the ingredient itself is made through processing rather than being a direct plant extract.
Sunscreens with Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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Some By Mi V10 Hyal Antioxidant Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++
88/100
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Some By Mi V10 Hyal Hydra Capsule Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++
88/100
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Skinoxy Pro Sun Protection Body Lotion SPF 50+ PA++++
74/100
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Skinoxy SPF 50 Body Lotion Pa++++
74/100
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Artistry Exact Fit Cushion Foundation All Day Cover Ex Spf 50+ Pa+++
70/100
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Vintorte Mineral Silk Mat Base Spf 30
49/100