PEG-CROSSPOLYMER

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: PEG-Crosspolymer are mainly used as stabilizing and thickening agents in cosmetic formulas. They help maintain product homogeneity, improve texture and ease of application on the skin.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is considered safe for cosmetic use by several regulatory bodies, although precautions are sometimes suggested for sensitive skin.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered vegan, as it is chemically synthesized and not derived from animals.

✨ Worth knowing: PEGs (Polyethylene glycol) can be subject to impurities during the manufacturing process, such as 1,4-dioxane, which is a possible contaminant and requires rigorous purification processes. People with very sensitive or damaged skin should use products containing PEGs with caution.

Present in: moisturizers, serums, lotions, hair products, and sometimes in make-up products for their stabilizing and texturizing action.