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Surfactant

SODIUM PEG-50 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL SUCCINATE

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A modified hydrogenated castor oil surfactant — used to cleanse and emulsify. Safer than many strong detergents thanks to its mild profile, with the usual PEG-residue caveat.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective cleansing surfactant
  • Mild on skin at typical use levels
  • Solubilizes oils in cleanser formulas

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from PEG synthesis
  • Possible sensitization in PEG-allergic users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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