Humectant
POTASSIUM ITACONATE/GLYCERIN/PEG-4/PENTAERYTHRITOL CROSSPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A crosspolymer combining itaconate, glycerin, PEG-4, and pentaerythritol — a bio-based film-forming humectant. Class is well-tolerated; minor trace-dioxane caveat from the PEG segment.
Function
Skin benefits
- Polymeric film-forming humectant
- Bio-based itaconate component
- Helps lock in moisture
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from PEG-4 segment
- Specific safety dossier limited but class-clean
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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