Common Name(s): Astrocaryum vulgare oil polyglyceryl-6 esters,astrocaryum vulgare oil polyglyceryl-6 esters,botanical oil/lipid,emollient efa source
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides emollient conditioning from sc-compatible fatty acids and sterols with the lipid profile of astrocaryum vulgare determining barrier repair and skin feel properties.
Why It's Used: Astrocaryum vulgare oil polyglyceryl-6 esters is selected for the distinctive lipid profile of astrocaryum vulgare — the specific efa and sterol composition determines spreading speed, occlusion level, and sc barrier integration properties unique to this botanical source.
How It Works: Botanical lipid: fatty acid triglycerides → sc barrier emolliency; phytosterols → sc barrier lipid integration; efa → ceramide precursor; sterol esters → enhanced sc penetration.
Typically Found In: Skin care,barrier repair
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient – antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–30%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - feedstock declaration required
Halal Status: Unverified - feedstock declaration required (plant, animal and petrochemical routes all exist)
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: origin-dependent: the same inci exists in plant, animal and petrochemical versions and the name does not discriminate. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Efa and sterol content should be verified — oxidative rancidity raises free radical load rather than reducing it.
Last Verified: 2026-03-22
Primary Sources: Cosing database,astrocaryum vulgare botanical lipid review