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Emulsifier

PPG-38 STEARETH-6

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A stearyl alcohol-based PPG/PEG ether (38 PPG, 6 EO) used as an emulsifier and conditioning agent. Long C18 chain is non-irritating and well tolerated; sits at the lower edge of green.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Rich emulsifier and conditioning agent
  • Mild on skin barrier
  • Stable in cream formulations

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Limited published toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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