PEG-5M

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: PEG-5M is used primarily as a thickener and texturizer in cosmetic products. It helps improve the consistency of formulas, giving them a more pleasant, stable texture.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for dermal use, although some people may be sensitive to PEGs.

✨ Vegan: Yes, PEG-5M is generally of synthetic origin and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Please note: It's important to note that although PEG-5M is generally considered safe, it is derived from ethylene oxide, a chemical that can be of concern if contaminated. However, in cosmetics, PEGs are purified to minimize impurities.

Present in: Moisturizers, body lotions, hair gels and some serums.