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Surfactant

OLIVE OIL PEG-7 ESTERS

CAS 103819-46-1 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Olive oil reacted with PEG so it disperses in water. A mild cleanser and emollient often used in baby and sensitive-skin products; PEG impurity controls matter.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild PEG-modified plant oil
  • Self-emulsifying — water-dispersible
  • Gentle cleanser and emollient
  • Used in baby and sensitive ranges

Known concerns

  • PEG-process residuals possible (1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide)
  • Quality depends on supplier purification
  • Mostly biodegradable but PEG portion is slow

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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