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PEG-2 RAPESEEDAMINE.

Valuable / ANTISTATIC

PEG-2 Rapeseedamine is a multifaceted PEG derivative, primarily functioning as a surfactant and emulsifier to stabilize formulations and facilitate cleansing. It also acts as a humectant, enhancing skin hydration, and can improve the dermal penetration of other ingredients.

Summary

Antistatic Surfactant Emulsifier Cleansing Agent Humectant Skin Conditioner Penetration Enhancer

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient reduces electrostatic charges, acting as an antistatic agent, especially beneficial for hair. In skincare, it primarily functions as a surfactant and emulsifier, decreasing surface tension to aid in the removal of impurities and stabilize oil-in-water emulsions. As a humectant, it attracts and retains moisture by forming hydrogen bonds with water molecules, thereby contributing to skin hydration and reducing water evaporation. Additionally, it has the capacity to enhance the penetration of other active ingredients into the skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low 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 (PEGs) are generally stable. While specific pH stability for PEG-2 Rapeseedamine is not detailed, general PEG-lipid complexes have demonstrated stability at pH 8.5 but may destabilize around pH 5.0.

Conflicts

  • Should be used with caution in formulations containing ingredients whose safety is based on their lack of dermal absorption, due to its potential to enhance penetration.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel has deemed PEG-2 Rapeseedamine safe for use under normal conditions, including it in a broader assessment of PEG derivatives. Previous concerns regarding use on damaged skin have been removed. While no specific maximum use concentrations for this ingredient were reported, general PEGs are considered safe when purified to eliminate impurities like ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Formulators must exercise caution due to its potential to enhance the penetration of other ingredients, particularly those where increased dermal absorption is a safety concern.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

PEG-2 Rapeseedamine is a valuable multifunctional ingredient, offering emulsifying, humectant, and penetration-enhancing properties, deemed safe for use, though careful formulation is required due to its potential to increase the absorption of other ingredients.

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