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Emulsifier

PEG-20 METHYL GLUCOSE SESQUILAURATE

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A gentle sugar-derived emulsifier with a small PEG section. Softens skin and stabilizes creams; the only caveat is residual 1,4-dioxane purity in the PEG portion.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier and skin softener
  • Sugar-derived backbone is biodegradable
  • Good for sensitive-skin emulsions

Known concerns

  • PEG portion can carry trace 1,4-dioxane unless purified
  • Possible mild irritation at very high levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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