Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate Bueno New ingredients No known benefits Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate at a glance Ester of polyglyceryl-10 + fatty acids behenic & eicosadoic Stabilises oil and water emulsions Conditions skin Ruled safe as used in cosmetics Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate description Polyglyceryl-10 behenate/eicosadioate is an ester of polyglyceryl-10 and a blend of fatty acids behenic and eicosadioic acids. It serves as a stabiliser for oil and water emulsions, which is helpful in the formulation of creams, gel cleansers, and lip glosses. It also is a conditioning ingredient that softens skin. In its raw form, it is a white or pale yellow waxy solid. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel has found polyglyceryl-10 behenate/eicosadioate safe as it is used in skin care and makeup products, where it is found in concentrations between 2%-5%. Related ingredients: Ester