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Emulsifier

GLYCERETH-18 POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A glycereth-PEG polyhydroxystearate used as a mild water-in-oil emulsifier. Polyhydroxystearate emulsifiers are typically well tolerated; routine PEG-purity caveats apply.

Function

EMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Mild W/O emulsifier
  • Provides smooth skin feel
  • Compatible with sensitive-skin formulas

Known concerns

  • PEG-style 1,4-dioxane impurity if poorly purified
  • Limited published safety data
  • Niche supplier ingredient

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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