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Emulsifier

PEG-20 MYRISTATE

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-20 ester of myristic acid — more water-soluble than its PEG-8 sibling and even milder. Useful as a fragrance solubilizer and gentle emulsifier in clear water-based products.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Highly water-soluble emulsifier
  • Very mild skin profile
  • Effective fragrance solubilizer

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylate — supplier dioxane control required
  • Mildly penetration-enhancing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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