Emulsifier
PEG-13 SUNFLOWER GLYCERIDES
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A mid-ethoxylated (13 mol EO) sunflower oil glyceride emulsifier — gentle and water-loving, with conditioning afterfeel. Standard PEG dioxane caveat applies more strongly than for low-EO peers.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mid-EO mild emulsifier and emollient
- Improves rinse-off without stripping skin
- Conditioning afterfeel
Known concerns
- More pronounced 1,4-dioxane scrutiny at higher EO
- PEG-label avoidance in clean-beauty markets
- Limited standalone toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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