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PEG-3 OLEAMIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A nonionic surfactant based on oleic acid (plant-derived) used in hair and skin formulations; safe overall with minor concerns about ethoxylation byproducts.
Polyethylene glycol oleamide (3 EO) is a nonionic surfactant derived from high-oleic vegetable oils, providing smoothing and conditioning effects on skin and hair. The shorter EO chain raises minor concerns about residual 1,4-dioxane levels, which are monitored under standard manufacturing quality controls. Not listed in any EU Cosmetics Regulation restriction annexes.
Skin benefits
- provides skin smoothing and conditioning
- improves product texture and stability
Known concerns
- trace 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation process
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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