Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate
What Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate is & what it does
Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate is a non-ionic emulsifier made by esterifying lauric acid with polyglycerin-3, a plant-derived polyol. In a formula it helps blend oil and water phases and stabilize emulsions, and it is favored in mild, sulfate-free and natural-leaning products. It also contributes a light, soft skin feel and can act as a co-surfactant in cleansers. It is generally considered a gentle, well-tolerated ingredient.
What is Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate?
Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate is a plant-derived non-ionic emulsifier made from lauric acid and polyglycerin. It is used to blend oil and water and to stabilize emulsions, especially in mild and natural-leaning products.
What does Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate do in skincare?
It acts mainly as an emulsifier and co-surfactant, helping a cream or cleanser stay uniform while leaving a light, soft skin feel. It does not provide active treatment, it supports the texture and stability of the formula.
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate safe?
It is generally considered a gentle, well-tolerated emulsifier with no concerns flagged in this catalog. As with any ingredient, individual sensitivities are possible, so patch testing a new product is reasonable.
Sunscreens with Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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the NewLab. Anti-Aging Sun Protection Stick SPF 50+
88/100
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Arbonne Agewell Moisture Restoring Cream With Broad Spectrum SPF 15 Sunscreen
76/100
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Sugar Dolls Sunscreen SPF 50+
70/100
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Erno Laszlo Phelityl Day Lotion Spf 15
49/100