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Antioxidant

PEG/PPG-5/30 TOCOPHERYL ETHER

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A PEG/PPG vitamin E ether (5 PPG, 30 EO) delivering water-soluble antioxidant activity. Tocopherol class is well tolerated; sits at the lower edge of green.

Function

ANTICAKINGANTIOXIDANTBINDINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGPLASTICISERSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGUV ABSORBER

Skin benefits

  • Vitamin E antioxidant activity
  • Water-soluble tocopherol
  • Multifunctional skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces from 30 EO
  • Reduced antioxidant potency vs. free tocopherol

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.