OLETH-5

✨ Role: Oleth-5 is primarily used as an emulsifier in cosmetic products, allowing the formation of homogeneous mixtures between ingredients that normally do not mix well, such as oil and water. It helps stabilize formulations for a more pleasant application on the skin.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: Considered safe for cosmetic use by experts when used in appropriate concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally synthetic or derived from non-animal sources.

✨ Note: Well tolerated by most skin types, but as with all ingredients, a patch test is recommended for particularly sensitive skin. Products containing PEGs such as Oleth-5 may be subject to environmental concerns due to possible residues of dioxane, a byproduct of manufacturing.

Found in: Often found in moisturizers, body lotions, facial cleansers, and some hair products.