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PEG-15 JOJOBA ALCOHOL

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Ethoxylated jojoba alcohol that helps condition and soften skin

PEG-15 jojoba alcohol represents the lower ethoxylation range for jojoba-derived alcohols, retaining more of the natural jojoba wax ester character while gaining water solubility. The lower ethylene oxide content reduces (but does not eliminate) the 1,4-dioxane impurity risk compared to higher PEG variants. EU cosmetics regulation permits this ingredient with standard purity requirements. The jojoba base provides excellent skin compatibility consistent with the well-established safety profile of jojoba oil and derivatives.

Skin benefits

  • Jojoba-based emollient providing excellent skin-conditioning and moisturization
  • Preserved natural jojoba wax ester benefits compared to higher ethoxylated versions
  • Self-emulsifying properties for natural cosmetic formulations

Known concerns

  • Reduced but not eliminated 1,4-dioxane impurity risk compared to higher PEG ingredients
  • May contain trace ethylene oxide residuals from manufacturing process

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Same plant / compound family

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PEG-15 JOJOBA ACID
Emulsifier

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