PEG-18 GLYCERYL OLEATE/COCOATE
Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: PEG-18 Glyceryl Oleate/Cocoate is used as an emulsifier and surfactant in cosmetic products. It helps blend water-based and oil-based ingredients, creating a smooth, uniform texture in formulas. It also helps moisturize and soften the skin.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use. However, it is important to note that, as with all ethoxylated compounds, it may contain impurities such as 1,4-dioxane if poorly purified.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient can be considered vegan, as it is synthesized from plant-based materials (coconut oil and other plant sources) and glycerol.
✨ Note: Well tolerated by most skin types. However, people with very sensitive or reactive skin should always perform a patch test before use. Check that products containing this ingredient have undergone an adequate purification process to remove impurities.
Found in: Moisturizers, lotions, facial cleansers, hair products such as conditioners, and certain makeup formulations.
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