Skip to content

Emulsifier

PEG-30 GLYCERYL STEARATE

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

PEG-30 ester of glyceryl stearate — a mild emulsifier and surfactant. Generally safe, but ethoxylated grade purity matters for trace 1,4-dioxane/ethylene oxide.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier
  • Skin-conditioning, low irritation
  • Gentle cleansing
  • Stabilizes emulsions

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — trace 1,4-dioxane/ethylene oxide risk if not purified
  • CIR notes caution on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related emulsifiers

68
APRICOT KERNEL OIL PEG-40 ESTERS
Emulsifier
 68
BEHENETH-25
Emulsifier
 68
BITTER CHERRY SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS
Emulsifier
 68
BUTYL POLYDIMETHYLSILOXY ETHOXYPROPYL PHOSPHATE
Emulsifier
 68
C12-13 PARETH-2 PHOSPHATE
Emulsifier
 68
C20-40 PARETH-10
Emulsifier
 68
C20-40 PARETH-95
Emulsifier
 68
C22-24 ALKETH-33
Emulsifier

Same plant / compound family

76
PEG-30 GLYCERYL COCOATE
Surfactant
 72
PEG-30 GLYCERYL DIISOSTEARATE
Emulsifier
 78
PEG-30 GLYCERYL ISOSTEARATE
Emulsifier
 68
PEG-30 GLYCERYL LAURATE
Emulsifier
 68
PEG-30 GLYCERYL OLEATE
Emulsifier
 75
PEG-30 GLYCERYL SOYATE
Emulsifier

Check your shelf

Find PEG-30 GLYCERYL STEARATE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains PEG-30 GLYCERYL STEARATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.