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PEG-30 TALLOW AMINE.

Avoid / HAIR CONDITIONING

PEG-30 Tallow Amine acts primarily as a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier, crucial for blending immiscible ingredients like oil and water into stable formulations. Beyond its emulsifying capabilities, it functions as a conditioning agent for both skin and hair.

Summary

Surfactant Emulsifier Cleansing Agent Humectant Skin Conditioner Hair Conditioning Agent Solvent Solubilizer Consistency Enhancer Binding Agent Softening Agent Fixative

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient, a polyethylene glycol derivative, reduces surface tension, enabling the formation and stabilization of emulsions. It enhances the feel of products by conditioning skin and hair, and also serves as a versatile solvent and solubilizer for various active compounds, fragrance oils, and colorants within cosmetic matrices.

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

PEG-30 Tallow Amine exhibits stability in alkaline conditions, making it suitable for formulations such as hair-dye creams or gels. As a PEG derivative, it generally demonstrates good skin tolerance and is not prone to microbiological degradation, often requiring minimal additional preservation.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Pregnancy
Caution
Sensitization risk High

The CIR Expert Panel concluded in 1999 that data were insufficient to support the safety of this ingredient. Significant concerns exist regarding potential impurities such as 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide, which the industry is urged to remove. Critically, PEG-30 Tallow Amine is listed on California's Proposition 65 (2020 Update) as 'Known to cause reproductive toxicity' and classified by IARC as 'Carcinogenic to humans'. Its unsaturated fatty acid components are susceptible to epoxidation and hydroperoxidation, potentially contributing to higher toxicity compared to saturated alternatives.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Given the insufficient safety data, classification as a reproductive toxicant, potential carcinogen, and concerns regarding impurities, this ingredient is not recommended for inclusion in precision skincare formulations.

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