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Emollient

PEG-3 GLYCERYL TRIOLEATE

CAS 68958-64-5
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A short-chain PEG-glyceryl-trioleate ester used as an emollient and co-emulsifier. Effective and gentle; the standard ethoxylate purification caveat applies.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Emollient and emulsifying ester
  • Adds richness to creams
  • Compatible with oils

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — needs purified grade for 1,4-dioxane
  • PEG-class impurity caveat
  • Limited individual CIR review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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