Emulsifier
PEG-9 DISTEARATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A PEG-9 diester of stearic acid used as an emulsifier and opacifier. CIR-reviewed family with safe use record; quality depends on PEG purification standards.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stable emulsions
- Pearl effect in cleansers
Known concerns
- Trace dioxane risk
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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