PEG-5 ETHYLHEXANOATE

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that helps soften and smooth the skin, while giving it a pleasant feel. It also improves the texture of cosmetic products by allowing for even application on the skin.

Ingredient type: Emollient

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use. However, due to its PEG nature, it may contain impurities, depending on the manufacturing process.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally synthetic and therefore compatible with a vegan lifestyle.

✨ Note: Well tolerated by most skin types, but as with any compound containing PEG, it is important that the product is manufactured to high standards to minimize the presence of contaminants such as 1,4-dioxane.

Found in: Moisturizers, body lotions, foundations, hair care products, and sometimes sunscreens.

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