Humectant

Polyglycerin-20

INCI: POLYGLYCERIN-20

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Polyglycerin-20?

Polyglycerin-20 (INCI: POLYGLYCERIN-20) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. Glycerin polymer with 20 glycerin units.

Its declared cosmetic functions are antimicrobial and humectant.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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