Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate
What Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate is & what it does
Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate is an ester built from polyglycerin, sorbitol, and fatty acids of linseed (flax) oil. It is used in cosmetics as an emollient and emulsifying or skin-conditioning agent, helping to bind oil and water phases and soften the skin. In sunscreen emulsions it can support a stable, pleasant texture.
What does Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate do in skincare?
Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate works as an emollient and emulsifying or skin-conditioning agent. Built from polyglycerin, sorbitol, and linseed-oil fatty acids, it helps bind oil and water phases and soften the skin. In sunscreen emulsions it can support a stable, pleasant texture.
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate natural or synthetic?
Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate is a processed ester whose raw materials, including linseed (flax) oil fatty acids and sorbitol, are largely plant-derived. The ingredient itself is made through esterification, so it is best described as derived from natural sources through processing. Exact sourcing depends on the supplier.
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate vegan?
The raw materials behind Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate, such as flax-derived fatty acids and sorbitol, are typically plant-based. Whether a finished product is vegan depends on its other ingredients and the brand's practices. Check the specific product if vegan status is important to you.
Sunscreens with Polyglyceryl-3 Sorbityl Linseedate
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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Sunbetter Advanced Mineral Protection SPF 75 Tone Smart
82/100
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SkinBetter Sunbetter® Tone Smart SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion
82/100
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SkinBetter Sunbetter Sheer SPF70 Sunscreen Lotion
81/100
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BIOSSANCE Squalane + Mineral Spf 45
75/100
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Amavara Spf 50 Tinted Lotion With Earthwell Zinc Technology (2020)
73/100
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Amavara Spf 30 Lotion With Earthwell Zinc Technology (2020)
72/100
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Amavara Spf 30 Lotion With Earthwell Zinc Technology
68/100