PEG-175 DISTEARATE
Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: PEG-175 Distearate is mainly used as an emulsifier in cosmetic products. It helps to blend oily and aqueous ingredients, ensuring a homogenous texture that is pleasant to apply.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
⚕️ Safety: Generally considered safe when used at recommended concentrations. However, it is important to note that PEGs (polyethylene glycols) may be subject to contamination if not purified properly.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered vegan, since it is synthetic and does not come from animal sources.
✨ Worth knowing: Products containing PEGs can be irritating or sensitizing for sensitive skin. It is therefore advisable to carry out a skin test beforehand, especially for reactive skin. It's also important that PEGs are of high quality to avoid contamination by impurities.
Present in: Moisturizers, body lotions, hair care products and facial cleansers.
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