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Surfactant

PEG-78 GLYCERYL COCOATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A highly ethoxylated coconut-derived emulsifier — mild on skin and great for gentle cleansers. The main caveat is typical of PEGs: trace 1,4-dioxane is possible if supplier purification is poor.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild solubiliser/emulsifier
  • Suitable for gentle cleansers
  • Improves rinse-off feel

Known concerns

  • High EO PEG — 1,4-dioxane residue depends on supplier purification
  • Petrochemical-derived ethoxylate

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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