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PEG-30 PHYTOSTEROL

73

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A more hydrophilic ethoxylated phytosterol with good emulsification properties and no EU-specific restrictions.

PEG-30 Phytosterol has the highest ethoxylation degree in this series at 30 mol EO average. The additional ethylene oxide units increase water solubility while the phytosterol moiety provides skin-conditioning benefits. It is not listed in EU Annexes II or III. SCCS opinions on PEG compounds note the need for purity assessments regarding residual solvents and contaminants.

Skin benefits

  • Emollient
  • Emulsifying properties
  • Skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • Potential residual ethylene oxide
  • May contain trace 1,4-dioxane

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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