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PEG-40 GLYCERYL ISOSTEARATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A high-molecular-weight PEG glyceride isostearate, used as a solubiliser and emulsifier in various personal care products.
PEG-40 Glyceryl Isostearate contains 40 mol ethylene oxide, providing high water solubility and excellent solubilising properties for essential oils and fragrance oils. EU Regulation 1223/2009 permits this ingredient with standard purity requirements. The high EO content means careful control of residual solvents is essential. No EU Annex II or III restrictions apply.
Skin benefits
- Excellent solubiliser for fragrances and essential oils
- Effective emulsifier for clear aqueous formulations
- Skin conditioning and emollient properties
Known concerns
- Higher EO content increases importance of purity testing
- Residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane must be controlled
- Widely used in baby care and sensitive-skin products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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