PEG conditioning amine
PEG-15 TALLOW AMINOPROPYLAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polyethoxylated tallow-derived diamine used as a conditioning emulsifier, mostly in hair care. PEG ingredients need purification to control 1,4-dioxane impurities, and the diamine head may irritate at high levels.
Skin benefits
- Cationic conditioning emulsifier
- Used in hair care for substantivity
- Aids dispersion of oily ingredients
- Improves combability
Known concerns
- Tallow origin may concern vegan users
- PEG fraction can carry 1,4-dioxane if not purified
- Diamine head group may irritate at high levels
- Limited modern SCCS review
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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