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Surfactant

PEG-50 HYDROGENATED PALMAMIDE

62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated hydrogenated-palm fatty amide used as a mild non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. Generally low-irritant; main caveat is residual 1,4-dioxane control during manufacture.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant/emulsifier
  • Hydrogenated palm-derived amide reduces unsaturation
  • Compatible with sensitive-skin formulations

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated PEG materials can carry trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Palm-oil sustainability concerns
  • Limited published cosmetic safety reviews

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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