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Emulsifier

PEG/PPG-32/3 DIRICINOLEATE

62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated/propoxylated castor-oil diester used to emulsify oils into water. Safe on skin at finished-product level, but quality depends on dioxane purification.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Effective oil-in-water emulsifier
  • Solubilises fragrances and oils
  • Mild on skin once purified

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane residual from ethoxylation
  • PEG/PPG monomer leftovers if poorly purified
  • Not readily biodegradable

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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