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Emulsifier

PEG-7 OLIVATE

CAS 226708-41-4 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG-7 ester of olive oil fatty acids — gentle emulsifying surfactant. Olive's skin-friendly fatty acid profile makes this one of the milder PEG esters, especially good for sensitive-skin formulas.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild olive-oil derived emulsifier
  • Skin-lipid-mimicking fatty acid profile
  • Low irritation potential
  • Suitable for sensitive-skin formulas

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation
  • Lower foam and cleansing power

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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