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PEG-10 DIOLEATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A medium-to-high ethoxylated oleic acid ester used as a versatile nonionic surfactant and solubiliser in skin care and cleansing formulations.
PEG-10 Dioleate, with an average of 10 ethylene oxide units, occupies a favourable position in the PEG-dioleate series offering both water solubility and mildness. It is listed in the EU Cosmetics Ingredient Database (CosIng) with no restrictions under Regulation 1223/2009. Residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane levels must comply with SCCS thresholds.
Skin benefits
- Effective solubiliser for essential oils and fragrance components
- Provides smooth, even skin feel in emulsions
Known concerns
- Residual 1,4-dioxane control per SCCS required for cosmetic purity
- Minimal irritation or sensitisation potential at standard use levels
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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