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Emulsifier

PEG-200 HYDROGENATED GLYCERYL PALMATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEGylated palm-glyceride ester used as a mild emulsifier and washing aid. Generally well tolerated at cosmetic levels; main caveat is the dioxane-impurity question shared by all PEGs.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSOLVENTSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant and emulsifier
  • Helps wash off oily residues
  • Skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • PEG ingredients can carry trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Palm-derived sustainability concern

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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