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Emulsifier

PEG-7 PALM KERNEL OIL GLYCERYL ESTERS

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated palm kernel glyceryl ester — gentle emulsifier and emollient combining medium-chain fatty acids with PEG-7 water-loving heads. Safe at cosmetic levels; minor 1,4-dioxane purity question.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier blending oil and water phases
  • Emollient softening from palm kernel fatty acids
  • Stabilizes lotion textures

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
  • Palm-derived sustainability footprint
  • Mild eye irritation in rinse-off at high levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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