PEG-45 STEARATE
Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: PEG-45 Stearate is used primarily as an emulsifier in cosmetic products, helping to blend oily and aqueous ingredients to create stable, uniform formulas. It also helps improve product texture and viscosity, making it pleasant to apply.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for topical use in cosmetic formulations.
✨ Vegan: Potentially, it depends on the source of the stearic acid used in its manufacture. Stearic acid can be of plant or animal origin.
✨ Worth knowing: Although generally well tolerated, PEGs can be controversial due to their manufacturing processes, which require ethylene oxide, a substance that can contain residual impurities. However, regulatory authorities ensure that these levels remain safe in final cosmetic products.
Present in: Moisturizers, lotions, cleansers, and other skin care products that require a stable mixture of water and oil.
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