Surfactant
PEG-10 CASTOR OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A lightly ethoxylated castor oil (10 mol EO) that works as a mild emulsifier while preserving some of castor oil's natural emollient feel. CIR-class safe; standard PEG dioxane caveat applies.
Function
Skin benefits
- Lightly ethoxylated — retains some emollience
- Mild nonionic surfactant
- Compatible with sensitive-skin formulas
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane impurity possible
- Lower water solubility than higher-EO grades
- Functional rather than active
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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