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Emulsifier

PEG/PPG-450/50 TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE LAURYL ETHER

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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 high-molecular-weight PEG/PPG block copolymer used as an emulsifier or solubiliser. Useful and well tolerated, but suppliers must strip 1,4-dioxane impurities to keep it safe.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Effective non-ionic emulsifier/solubiliser
  • Stable across pH range
  • Tolerable on skin in rinse-off

Known concerns

  • High-EO PEGs can carry 1,4-dioxane impurity if not stripped
  • Not a CIR-prioritised material
  • Petrochemical-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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