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Surfactant

PEG-120 METHYL GLUCOSE TRIOLEATE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-modified sugar ester thickener used to give cleansers a rich, moisturizing feel. Safe at typical cosmetic levels when grade-controlled to limit dioxane residues.

Function

CLEANSINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Thickens cleansers
  • Moisturizing skin feel
  • Improves emulsion stability

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Ethoxylation by-products
  • Requires purified grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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