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PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL LAURATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG-40 ethoxylated castor-oil esterified with lauric acid, used as a skin conditioning agent and nonionic surfactant in personal care. Considered safe at cosmetic levels with the standard PEG purification caveat.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Solubilizes oils
  • Mild skin feel
  • Stable in cleansers

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible
  • Slow biodegradability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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