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Surfactant ingredient

PEG-45 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

A polyethoxylated hydrogenated castor oil (45 EO units) used as a nonionic emulsifier and solubilizer for oils and fragrance in cosmetics.

emulsifiersolubilizer

Benefits

  • ✓Solubilizes oils and fragrance into water-based formulas
  • ✓Stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions

Watch for

  • ⚠PEG derivatives may contain trace 1,4-dioxane in poorly refined materials
At a glance
CategorySurfactant
IrritancyLow–moderate
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

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