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PEG-40 GLYCERYL TRIOLEATE.

Insufficient Data CAS 68958-64-5 / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

PEG-40 Glyceryl Trioleate is a versatile ethoxylated glyceryl trioleate, primarily functioning as both a skin conditioning agent and a surfactant. It enhances the texture and feel of the skin while enabling the stable combination of otherwise immiscible oil and water phases in cosmetic products.

Summary

emollient emulsifier

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a skin conditioning agent, PEG-40 Glyceryl Trioleate contributes to a smoother, softer skin feel by acting as an emollient. Furthermore, it functions as an emulsifier, stabilizing finely dispersed mixtures of oil and water to ensure product homogeneity and efficacy within cosmetic formulations.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

While direct stability data for PEG-40 Glyceryl Trioleate is limited, general polyethylene glycols are known for their tolerance by the skin and resistance to microbiological degradation, contributing to overall product stability. The non-PEGylated form, Glycerol Trioleate, is sensitive to air, light, and strong oxidizing agents, which may provide general guidance.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents (based on non-PEGylated Glycerol Trioleate)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Unknown
Sensitization risk Unknown

A direct Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) assessment specific to PEG-40 Glyceryl Trioleate is not available. However, the CIR Expert Panel has reviewed related PEGylated glycerides, such as PEG-40 Glyceryl Cocoate, concluding their safety for use in rinse-off products and up to 10% in leave-on products. Similarly, some PEGylated oils have been deemed safe up to 100% when formulated to be non-irritating. A common consideration for ethoxylated ingredients like this is the potential presence of trace 1,4-dioxane, a manufacturing byproduct, which can be controlled through stringent purification methods.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

PEG-40 Glyceryl Trioleate effectively functions as an emollient and emulsifier in diverse cosmetic formulations; however, specific safety and detailed skin compatibility data for this exact compound are currently limited, necessitating further direct investigation.

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