PEG-500

Ingredient type:  HUMECTANT/TEXTURE

✨ Role: PEG-500, or polyethylene glycol 500, is used in cosmetic products primarily as a moisturizing agent and solvent. It helps draw water into the skin, helping to maintain optimal hydration and a supple texture. It also improves product consistency, enabling more even application.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe when used in appropriate concentrations. However, it is crucial to check the regulatory quality of PEG to avoid the presence of contaminants such as 1,4-dioxane.

✨ Vegan: Yes, PEG-500 is of synthetic origin and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ To know: Although generally well tolerated, it can cause minor irritation in very sensitive skin. It's also essential to ensure the absence of contaminants through a controlled manufacturing process.

Present in: PEG-500 is frequently used in a variety of cosmetic products such as moisturizers, facial cleansers, body lotions and some hair products.

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