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Emulsifier

PEG-4 TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE DISTEARATE

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A lightly ethoxylated trimethylolpropane distearate ester used as a mild emulsifier and conditioning agent in creams and lotions. Safe at cosmetic levels with the standard PEG caveat about trace 1,4-dioxane in unpurified material.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsification
  • Skin conditioning
  • Smooth feel

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane in unrefined PEGs

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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