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Emulsifier

PEG-70 LANOLIN

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Lanolin heavily ethoxylated with 70 moles of PEG. Becomes water-dispersible and acts as a mild solubilizer/emollient. Inherits both the PEG dioxane and lanolin allergen caveats.

Function

CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Highly water-dispersible lanolin
  • Solubilizer for oils in clear formulas
  • Mild skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • PEG dioxane impurity risk
  • Lanolin allergen potential
  • Sustainability/animal-source debate

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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