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GLYCERETH-25 PCA ISOSTEARATE.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate is a versatile ingredient that effectively emulsifies immiscible liquids, ensuring product stability and uniform texture. Beyond its functional role, it also acts as a skin conditioning agent, enhancing moisture retention and imparting softening benefits to the skin.

Summary

emulsifying skin conditioning emollient humidifier

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions primarily as an emulsifier, effectively reducing interfacial tension to facilitate the stable combination of oil and water phases within a formulation. Concurrently, it operates as a skin conditioning agent and emollient, helping to maintain optimal epidermal health by attracting and retaining moisture, thereby improving skin hydration and suppleness.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate demonstrates high stability and compatibility with various cosmetic components. However, its molecular integrity may be compromised by hydrolysis under conditions of strong acidity or strong alkalinity.

Conflicts

  • strong acids
  • strong alkalis

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel has determined that PEGylated oils, including Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, are safe for cosmetic applications when formulated to prevent irritation. It is considered safe for use at recommended concentrations and is registered with the FDA Global Substance Registration System (UNII-TV85Z17HAZ). Formulations containing this ingredient should ensure 1,4-dioxane, a potential byproduct, is present at concentrations below 30 ppm.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate is a valuable, multifunctional ingredient that enhances formulation stability while simultaneously providing significant skin conditioning, emollient, and hydrating benefits.

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