Emulsifier
PEG-10 STEARAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An ethoxylated stearyl amine used as a cationic emulsifier and antistatic agent. Generally safe in rinse-off but PEG family carries 1,4-dioxane impurity caveat unless purified.
Function
Skin benefits
- Cationic emulsifier
- Antistatic
- Improves rinse-off cleansing
Known concerns
- Possible 1,4-dioxane trace contamination
- Mild cationic irritation potential
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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