Surfactant
PEG-30 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A widely used moderately ethoxylated hydrogenated castor oil — emulsifier and fragrance solubilizer with a long, well-characterised safety record in cosmetics. Standard PEG purity caveats keep it in upper yellow.
Function
Skin benefits
- Versatile O/W emulsifier and solubilizer
- Mild skin feel
- Long history of safe cosmetic use
- CIR-reviewed family
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane possible
- Penetration enhancer effect on broken skin
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related surfactants
Same plant / compound family
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