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Emulsifier

PEG-10 GLYCERYL TRISTEARATE

CAS 41080-66-4
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated tri-fatty-acid glycerol ester used as a mild O/W emulsifier and emollient. Low-risk when proper PEG purification is in place.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic emulsifier
  • Skin-conditioning
  • Stable in O/W systems
  • Mild profile

Known concerns

  • PEG ethoxylation — dioxane purification needed
  • Limited specific toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related emulsifiers

Same plant / compound family

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