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PEG-105 BEHENYL PROPYLENEDIAMINE.

Questionable / ANTISTATIC

PEG-105 BEHENYL PROPYLENEDIAMINE is a polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivative known for its antistatic and conditioning properties, particularly beneficial for hair. In skincare, it primarily functions as a humectant, attracting and retaining moisture, while also contributing to formulation stability and texture.

Summary

Antistatic Hair Conditioning Humectant Skin Conditioning Surfactant Emulsifier Cleansing Agent Penetration Enhancer Consistency Enhancer Binding Agent Softening Agent Fixative

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient reduces electrostatic charges, making it effective as an antistatic agent, especially for hair. As a PEG derivative, it acts as a humectant on the skin by forming hydrogen bonds with water molecules, thereby enhancing moisture retention and mitigating water evaporation. Additionally, it serves as a skin conditioner, surfactant, emulsifier, cleansing agent, and can potentially enhance the penetration of other active ingredients. Its Behenyl alcohol component further aids in emulsion stabilization and viscosity control within cosmetic formulations.

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

Polyethylene glycols generally exhibit good skin tolerance and are not microbiologically sensitive, potentially reducing the need for additional preservatives. Products containing PEG-105 BEHENYL PROPYLENEDIAMINE are permissible for use in EWG VERIFIED products, provided they adhere to specified use restrictions and warnings.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not specifically assessed PEG-105 BEHENYL PROPYLENEDIAMINE for safety. While PEGs as a class are generally considered relatively safe under intended conditions, the ethoxylation manufacturing process raises significant concerns about potential contamination with impurities such as ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Some PEGs have also been associated with potential nephrotoxicity when applied to compromised or damaged skin.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

While offering multi-functional benefits as a humectant and conditioning agent with low reported irritancy, the absence of a specific CIR safety review and the class-wide concern for ethoxylation-related contaminants like 1,4-dioxane warrant cautious consideration for a precision skincare formulation.

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