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Peg 100 Stearate

The mixer.

What it does

An emulsifier. It helps oil and water blend into a smooth cream or lotion.

Good to know

A safety review found PEG ingredients cause little or no irritation and rarely trigger allergy on healthy skin. Most reported reactions involved broken or inflamed skin.

Often found in: Body lotions, Sunscreens, Hand creams, Body creams

Around the world

• United States: No FDA limit. The FDA doesn't approve cosmetic ingredients before sale. Source
• EU and UK: No special limit in the EU or UK. Source
• Canada: Not on Health Canada's Hotlist of restricted ingredients. Source
• Australia: No limit in Australia's Poisons Standard. Source

Sources

• Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products (Toxicology, 2005) (Independent)