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Skin Conditioning

METHOXY PEG-125 ETHYLAMIDO SODIUM GLUTAMATE/VALINE COPOLYMER

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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 high-MW PEG/amino acid copolymer that lays down a thin smooth conditioning film. Non-greasy and well tolerated, but the PEG-125 chain raises the standard ethoxylation 1,4-dioxane caveat.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Forms a smooth conditioning film
  • Non-greasy skin feel
  • Hydrating amino acid backbone
  • Compatible with leave-on formulas

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces from PEG-125
  • Synthetic ethoxylated polymer
  • Limited public toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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