PEG-14

Ingredient type:  EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: PEG-14 is used in cosmetic products as an emollient and solvent. It helps soften and smooth the skin while improving product texture and distribution on the skin.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use when properly formulated.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is usually considered vegan since it's synthetic.

✨ Worth knowing: PEG-14 is one of the polyethylene glycols, which are sometimes discussed regarding their potential origin from ethylene oxides. Although PEGs are used for their beneficial properties, some consumers prefer to avoid these compounds due to concerns about possible impurities such as 1,4-dioxane, a potentially carcinogenic by-product. However, proper purification of polyethylene glycols significantly reduces these risks.

Found in: PEG-14 is often found in lotions, creams, make-up removers and hair products such as conditioners for its smoothing and emollient properties.

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