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HYDROGENATED PALM/PALM KERNEL OIL PEG-6 ESTERS

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG-modified palm-oil ester used as a mild emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent. Safe at cosmetic-grade purity with the standard PEG 1,4-dioxane caveat.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGLIGHT STABILIZERSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier
  • Skin conditioning
  • Stable, low-odor
  • Versatile in formulation

Known concerns

  • PEG-class 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Palm sustainability concerns
  • Possible enhanced penetration

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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