- Comedogenic
- 4 / 5
- Irritancy
- 0 / 5
- Fungal acne
- Trigger
- Type
- Emulsifier
- INCI name
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- Also listed as
- Glyceryl-3-diisostearate
Who should avoid it?
Avoid in leave-on face products if you have oily, combination or acne-prone skin. It is usually fine on the body, in rinse-off products, or on very dry skin that does not break out.
Products that contain Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Fungal-acne safe ingredients list
Frequently asked questions
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate comedogenic?
Yes, it is pore-clogging. Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate has a comedogenic rating of 4 out of 5. A water-in-oil emulsifier used in sunscreens and foundations.
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate safe for fungal acne?
No. Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate can feed Malassezia yeast, so people with fungal acne usually avoid it.
Does Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate cause acne?
It can. Ingredients rated 3–5 are frequently linked to clogged pores and breakouts in acne-prone people, especially in leave-on products.
What are other names for Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate?
On labels it can also appear as Glyceryl-3-diisostearate.