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Emulsifier

PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-based water-in-oil emulsifier widely used in sunscreens and rich creams. Effective and skin-mild; the only flag is the usual PEG dioxane caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Strong water-in-oil emulsifier
  • Stabilises sunscreens and high-oil creams
  • Smooth, light feel
  • Reliable across temperatures

Known concerns

  • PEG ingredient — trace 1,4-dioxane possible if poorly purified
  • Limited biodegradability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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