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Emulsifier

SOYBEAN OIL PEG-20 ESTERS

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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

An ethoxylated soybean-oil derivative used as a mild emulsifier. Generally well tolerated; main caveats are 1,4-dioxane impurity control and rare soy-allergen residues.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsifies oils
  • Conditioning
  • Mild

Known concerns

  • 1,4-dioxane trace
  • Soy allergen residue
  • Variable purity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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