Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate
What Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate is & what it does
Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate is a non-ionic ester made by combining polyglycerin-3 with coconut-derived fatty acids. In cosmetic and sunscreen formulas it functions as an emulsifier and surfactant that helps blend oil and water phases. It is commonly chosen for mild, more naturally derived cleansing or emulsifying systems.
What does Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate is a non-ionic ester used as an emulsifier and surfactant. It helps blend the oil and water phases of a formula and can support mild cleansing. It is often chosen for gentle, more naturally derived emulsifying systems.
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate safe?
Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate is widely used in cosmetics and is generally considered mild and well tolerated at typical use levels. Polyglyceryl esters are often selected for gentle formulations. As with any surfactant, very sensitive skin can patch test before regular use.
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate natural or synthetic?
Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate is usually described as naturally derived, since it is made by combining glycerin-based polyglycerin with coconut-derived fatty acids. The ingredient is processed from these renewable raw materials. It is best thought of as a plant-derived, processed ingredient.
Sunscreens with Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate
We rate 9 sunscreens that contain it:
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Collistar Active Protection Sun Cream SPF 50
94/100
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Collistar Active protection sun cream spf 50+
93/100
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Collistar Active Protection Sun Cream SPF 30 (Sensitive Skin/Fragrance-Free)
92/100
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Rougj + Crema Solare Alta Protezione SPF 30
89/100
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VeraLab Parasole 50+ SPF
88/100
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Equilibra Aloe Latte Spray Solare Sun Milk Spray SPF 30
81/100
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Equilibra Aloe Latte Spray Solare Bambini (Baby Sun Milk Spray) SPF 50+
81/100
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Equilibra Aloe Latte Spray Solare Sun Milk Spray SPF 50+
81/100
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Celestetic Anti Age Sun Cream SPF50+
77/100