PEG-10 ISOSTEARATE

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: PEG-10 Isostearate is used in cosmetic products to improve the texture of formulations. It acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oils and water to create stable emulsions. This ensures even application of the product to the skin.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, PEG-10 Isostearate is considered safe for cosmetic use in the concentrations generally used.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is considered vegan because it is chemically synthesized and does not come from animal sources.

✨ Worth knowing: PEG-10 Isostearate is derived from isosteric fatty acids and polyethylene glycol (PEG). Although safe, PEG-containing products can potentially be contaminated with impurities such as 1,4-dioxane if the manufacturing process is not carefully controlled.

Present in: Generally found in lotions, moisturizers, certain cleansers and suncare products where good emulsion stability is required.

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