Emulsifier
PEG-60 EVENING PRIMROSE GLYCERIDES
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A PEG-60 ethoxylate of evening primrose oil glycerides — a gentle emulsifier and solubiliser that brings along some of the oil's GLA character. Standard PEG dioxane caveat applies at purified grade.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild non-ionic emulsifier and solubiliser
- Carries GLA-rich evening primrose actives
- Improves cleansing without stripping skin
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane control needed in PEG processing
- Oxidation of GLA fraction can affect stability
- Some PEG-label avoidance in clean-beauty markets
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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