Buy Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate

Polyglyceryl-2 Caprylate is a natural, multifunctional emulsifier and co-surfactant derived from vegetable glycerin and vegetable-sourced caprylic acid (fatty ester). It functions primarily as a mild emulsifier while also offering gentle cleansing, deodorising, and texture-enhancing properties.

This versatile ingredient is widely used in oil-to-milk cleansers, emulsifying balms, deodorants, massage oils, and sensitive skin products. When added to oil blends, it transforms them into soft milky emulsions on contact with water, giving a luxurious and easy-rinse finish. It can also add a touch of surfactancy to oil-based formulations, making them easier to wash off.

How we use Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate

• Oil-to-milk cleansing balms and oils
• Easy-rinse massage oils
• Deodorants and deodorising sprays
• Mild facial cleansers and micellar products
• Balm textures requiring soft, spreadable consistency
  

Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate Specifications

INCI Name: Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate
CAS Number: 51391-62-3
Form: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Scent: Neutral to faint
Solubility: Water dispersible
pH Stability: 4 – 8
Usage Rate: 1 – 5% (typical solubiliser use); up to 10% in cleansing systems
Origin: Plant-derived (vegetable oils + glycerin)
Certifications: COSMOS approved, vegan, palm-free

How to formulate with Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate

INCI Name: Polyglyceryl-2 Caprylate
CAS Number: 51391-62-3
Form: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Scent: Neutral to mild
HLB Value: ~8–10
Solubility: Oil and water dispersible
Usage Rate: 0.3 – 5%
Origin: Vegetable glycerin + vegetable-derived caprylic acid

How to formulate with Polyglyceryl-2 Caprylate

• Add to the oil phase of your formulation.
• For oil cleansers and balms: use at 3–5% to achieve a rich, milky rinse-off effect.
• For deodorising or antimicrobial support: include at 0.3–2%.
• Works well in combination with other emulsifiers or solubilisers to improve clarity and stability.
• Can be used in both leave-on and rinse-off applications.

Tips & Formulation Notes

• Excellent for creating natural oil-to-milk cleansing products with a soft, luxurious feel.

• Enhances spreadability and reduces viscosity in balms and creams.

• Adds mild cleansing properties to oil blends and massage formulations.

• Offers antimicrobial and deodorising activity, especially useful in deodorant formulations.

• Store cool, dark, and dry.