- INCI Name:Stearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate
- Functions:Emulsifier, Emulsifier (O/W), Skin Barrier Protectant
- Ingredient Origin:Natural Origin
- Labeling Claims:Naturally Derived, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard, Organic, Preservative-free, Natural, PEG-free, Clean at Sephora
- Certifications & Compliance:REACH (Europe), RSPO Certified Sustainable Palm Oil, Organic Certified, IECIC (China), COSMOS, ECOCERT
- Benefit Claims:Skin Barrier, Hydrating, Barrier Function Improvement, Emulsifying, Good Electrolyte Tolerance, Broad pH Stability, Easy To Use, Repairing, Maintains Healthy Flora Balance, Stabilizing, Skin Microbiome, After-Sun Repair, Self-Emulsifying, Anti-Inflammatory, Sensory Enhancement, Versatility
PolyAquol™ 2W is a patented, naturally derived O/W polyglycerol self-emulsifier. It has a wide range of formulation compatibility while providing a unique skin feel to emulsions. Functionally, it can generate highly organized liquid crystals, which are important for providing stability to the emulsion and ensuring compatibility with the skin. Clinically, it has been shown to prevent and repair damage to the skin barrier function caused by UV exposure. Studies conducted on skin microbiota have also demonstrated that PolyAquol™ 2W preserves and selectively restores the cutaneous microflora.