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Surfactant

PEG/PPG-32/3 RICINOLEATE

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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 heavily ethoxylated/propoxylated castor-oil monoester used to emulsify oils into water. Skin-mild as a finished material, but quality hinges on dioxane purification.

Function

CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective oil/water surfactant
  • 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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