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Preservative

PEG-5 DEDM HYDANTOIN OLEATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A PEG-modified hydantoin oleate — the hydantoin core slowly releases formaldehyde, giving preservative activity but also sensitization risk.

Function

ANTIMICROBIAL

Skin benefits

  • Antimicrobial activity
  • Conditions skin secondarily

Known concerns

  • DMDM/DEDM hydantoin family releases formaldehyde
  • Sensitization risk for formaldehyde-allergic users
  • PEG residual 1,4-dioxane
  • Generally being phased out

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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