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Cosmetics Unmasked Ingredients p- – PEG

These pages list over 6,000 cosmetic ingredients. We have listed over 2,000 ingredients in 'Cosmetics Unmasked', including all of the potentially harmful chemicals and many of the more commonly used cosmetic ingredients. The expression, 'See Cosmetics Unmasked' does not imply that a particular ingredient is included in our book. Clearly, in a book of 404 pages it is impossible to include all 6,000+ ingredients, therefore, if an ingredient is not listed in our book it means that it has no currently known harmful effects and its use in cosmetics is not restricted in any way, or it may be a new ingredient which we have not yet investigated.


The international chemical hazard symbol indicates that there is a potential risk associated with this ingredient. It could be a mild irritant or cause allergic reactions or adverse skin reactions, it could be potentially toxic or carcinogenic, or there may be a risk of contamination with harmful by-products which are formed during manufacture. It could also indicate that there are restrictions on the use of the ingredient. The omission of this symbol does not imply that an ingredient is safe for all individuals. For full details of these particular ingredients and many more, read Cosmetics Unmasked.

[p- - PEG] [PEI - Pol] [Pom - Py]
Alphabetical lists of Cosmetic Ingredients starting with:

[1-9] [A] [B] [C] [D] [EFG] [H] [IJK]
[L] [M] [NO] [P] [QR] [S] [T] [U-Z]


p-Aminophenol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Aminophenol HCl
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Aminophenol Sulfate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Anisic Acid
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Chloro-m-Cresol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Chlorophenol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antimicrobial
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Cresol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antimicrobial
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Cymene
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Methyl Acetophenone
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Methylaminophenol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Methylaminophenol Sulfate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Phenetidine
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Phenylenediamine
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Phenylenediamine HCl
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

p-Phenylenediamine Sulfate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PABA
Origin: Synthetic compound of the benzoate family. PABA = Para-aminobenzoic acid
Function: U.V. absorber
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Padimate O
Origin: Synthetic compound of the benzoate family.
Function: U.V. absorber (Absorbs UV-B)
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Paeonia Albaflora
Origin: Extract obtained from Paeonia albaflora, a variety of peony (Peonia family).
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Paeonia Suffruticosa
Origin: Extract obtained from Paeonia Suffruticosa, a variety of peony (Peonia family).
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Alcohol
Origin: Fatty alcohols derived from palm oils.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Glyceride
Origin: Mono-glycerides obtained from palm oil.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Glycerides
Origin: A mixture of mono, di and tri-glycerides obtained from palm oil.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Kernel Acid
Origin: Fatty acids obtianed from palm kernels.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Kernel Alcohol
Origin: Fatty alcohols derived from palm kernels.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Kernel Glycerides
Origin: A mixture of mono, di and tri-glycerides obtained from palm kernel oil.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Kernel Wax
Origin: Waxes obtained from palm kernels.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Kernelamide DEA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm kernel oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster / Foam booster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Kernelamide MEA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm kernel oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Kernelamide MIPA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm kernel oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palm Kernelamidopropyl Betaine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm kernel oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmamide DEA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster / Foam booster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmamide MEA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmamide MIPA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmamidopropyl Betaine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmarosa Oil
Origin: A fragrant oil obtained from geranium
Function: Botanical additive / Fragrance
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamide DEA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamide MEA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamidohexadecanediol
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamidopropyl Betaine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamidopropyl Diethylamine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamidopropyl Dimethylamine Propionate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamidopropylamine Oxide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitamine Oxide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitic Acid
Origin: A fatty acid derived from natural oils.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoleamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and lactic acid.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoleamidopropyl Dimethylamine Propionate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Carnitine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Collagen Amino Acids
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and collagen, an animal protein.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Glutamic Acid
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and the amino acid, glutamic acid.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and collagen, an animal protein.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emollient / Moisturiser / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and processed milk proteins.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and processed wheat proteins.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin / Glycerin Crosspolymer
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil, starchy plant extracts and glycerin, usually obtained as a by-product of the soap industry.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Keratin Amino Acids
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and amino acids obtained from animal hoof, horn and skin.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and protein fragments.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-3
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and protein fragments.
Function: Emulsfifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl PG-Trimonium Chloride
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and propylene glycol.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmitoyl Synthopeptide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil and unspecified amino acids.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Palmityl Trihydroxyethyl Propylenediamine Dihydrofluoride
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from palm oil.
Function: Oral care agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Panax Ginseng (also spelled Panax Schinseng)
Origin: Ginseng obtained from Panax pseudoginseng, a member of the ivy (Araliaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Pancreatin
Origin: Powdered pancreas, a gland in the digestive system, usually of porcine (pig) origin.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Panicum Miliaceum
Origin: Extract of Panicum miliaceum, an Austrailian member of the grass (Gramineae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Pantethine
Origin: A naturally occurring, sulfur-containing derivative of pantothenic acid, which is a vitamin of the B complex, sometimes referred to as vitamin B5.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Panthenol (also called Pantothenol)
Origin: A pro-vitamin of the B complex (pro-vitamin B5).
Function: Antistatic agent / Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Panthenyl Ethyl Ether Acetate
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Panthenyl Hydroxypropyl Steardimonium Chloride
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Panthenyl Triacetate
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Pantothenic Acid
Origin: A vitamin of the B complex, sometimes referred to as vitamin B5.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Pantothenic Acid Polypeptide
Origin: A derivative of pantothenic acid, vitamin of the B complex, sometimes referred to as vitamin B5.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Papain
Origin: Also called Bromelain, this is a protein-digesting enzyme that is found in pineapples and to a lesser extent in papaya.
Function: Additive / Exfoliant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Papaver Orientale
Origin: Extracts, including oils, obtained from Papaver Orientale or the oriental poppy (Papaveraceae or poppy family).
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Papaver Rhoeas
Origin: Extract of the Common Poppy or Papaver rhoeas, a common red weed of cultivation. (Papaveraceae or poppy family).
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Papaya Extract
Origin: Extracts of Papaya fruit, obtained from Carica papaya, a member of the Caricaceae family. It is a source of Papain (also called Bromelain) which is a protein-digesting enzyme that is also found in pineapples.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Para-aminobenzoic Acid (PABA)
Origin: Also called PABA, this is a synthetic UV-B sunscreen.
Function: UV absorber
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Paraffin
Origin: Various mineral hydrocarbons, usually of a waxy consistency, obtained from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Paraffinum Liquidum
Origin: Liquid hydrocarbons from petroleum.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emollient / Moisturiser / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Parfum
Origin: A mixture of fragrance compounds, usually of synthetic origin.
Function: Fragrance
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Parietaria Officinalis
Origin: Extract of Parietaria officinalis, a larger, European variety of Parietaria judaica or Pellitory Of The Wall, a member of the nettle (Urticaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Parsley
Origin: Natural plant extract from Petroselinum sativum.
Function: Demulcent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Parsol 1789
Origin: Another name for Avobenzone.
Function: UV absorber
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Passiflora Incarnata
Origin: Passionflower extract and Passionflower Oil obtained from Passiflora incarnata, a member of the passionflower (Passifloraceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Passiflora Quadrangularis
Origin: Extract of the Giant Granadilla obtained from Passiflora quadrangularis, a member of the passionflower (Passifloraceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Patchouli Oil
Origin: A heavy, fragrant oil obtained from the leaves of the Patchouli or Pogostemon cablin (also called Pogostemon patchouli), (Labiatae or labiate family which includes mint). Patchouli Oil contains Eugenol.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Paullinia Cupana
Origin: Extract of Guarana obtained from Paullinia cupana, a plant of the Sapindaceae family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Pawpaw Extract
Origin: Pawpaw is another name for Papaya. Extracts of Papaya fruit, obtained from Carica papaya, a member of the Caricaceae family, is a source of Papain (also called Bromelain) which is a protein-digesting enzyme that is also found in pineapples.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PCA
Origin: Another name for pidolic acid, an amino acid similar in structure to proline.
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PCA Ethyl Cocoyl Arginate
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from pidolic acid, an amino acid similar in structure to proline, and coconut oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PCA Glyceryl Oleate
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from pidolic acid, an amino acid similar in structure to proline, glycerin and a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Peanut Glycerides
Origin: Various fats and oils obtained from peanuts.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Peanut Oil
Origin: Oils extracted from peanuts.
Function: Emollient / Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Peanut Oil PEG-6 esters
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from peanut oil and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Peanutamide MEA
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from peanut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Peanutamide MIPA
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from peanut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Pectin
Origin: A natural polysaccharide found in many fruits.
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG
Origin: A PEG (Poly-ethylene glycol) ingredient is a synthetic compound, often obtained by chemical modification of naturally occurring substances, that are widely used in cosmetics and toiletries for a wide variety of functions.
Function: Various functions
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG / PPG-17 / 6 Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyl oxirane (propylene oxide).
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG / PPG-18 / 4 Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyl oxirane (propylene oxide).
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG / PPG-23 / 50 Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyl oxirane (propylene oxide).
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG / PPG-35 / 9 Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyl oxirane (propylene oxide).
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG / PPG-125 / 30 Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyl oxirane (propylene oxide).
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG / PPG-296 / 57 Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyl oxirane (propylene oxide).
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG / PPG-300 / 55 Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyl oxirane (propylene oxide).
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-Crosspolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Cocamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Coco-Benzonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and derivatives obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Cocomonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and derivatives obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Diisononanoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Dioctanoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Lactamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), lactic acid and ammonia.
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Laurate SE
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Milk Solids
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and dried milk powder.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Oleamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Oleamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Oleammonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Oleate SE
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Ricinoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Sorbitan Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Surfactant / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Soyamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Stearamide Carboxylic Acid
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Stearamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Opacifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Stearate SE
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2 Stearmonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-2M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 / PPG-2 Glyceryl / Sorbitol Hydroxystearate / Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), propylene glycol, glycerin, sorbitol (manufactured from glucose) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 2,2'-Di-P-Phenylenediamine
Origin: A synthetic compound made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Cocamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil and ethanolamine.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Cocamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Dipalmitate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Lauramide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Lauramine Oxide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Oleamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Sorbitan Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Sorbitan Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Tallow Aminopropylamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-3 Tallow Propylenedimonium Dimethosulfate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Diheptanoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Octanoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Oleamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Proline Linoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), the amino acid proline and a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Proline Linolenate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), the amino acid proline and a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Rapeseedamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from rapeseed oil.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Stearamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4 Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-4-PPG-7 C13 / C15 Alcohol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), propylene glycol and alcohols derived from petroleum.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Cocamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil and ethanolamine.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Cocamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Cocomonium Methosulfate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and derivatives obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 DEDM Hydantoin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and other synthetic ingredients.
Function: Antimicrobial
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 DEDM Hydantoin Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and other synthetic ingredients.
Function: Antimicrobial
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Ditridecylmonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and other synthetic ingredients.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Glyceryl Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Hydrogenated Corn Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and corn oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Hydrogenated Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and chemically modified lanolin.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Lanolinamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Lauramide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Octanoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Oleamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Oleamide Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Oleamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Pentaerythrityl Ether
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Sorbitan Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Soya Sterol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and sterols obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Soyamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Stearamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Stearyl Ammonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Stearyl Ammonium Lactate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Tall Oil Sterol Ether
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Tallow Amide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Tallow Benzonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Tricaprylyl Citrate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), citric acid and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Tricetyl Citrate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), citric acid and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Tridecyl Citrate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), citric acid and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Trilauryl Citrate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), citric acid and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Trimethylolpropane Trimyristate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Trimyristyl Citrate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), citric acid and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5 Tristearyl Citrate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), citric acid and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-5M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Beeswax
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from beeswax.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Caprylic / Capric Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Cocamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil and ethanolamine.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Isolauryl Thioether
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Isopalmitate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Lauramide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Laurate / Tartarate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), tartaric acid and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Methyl Ether
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Oleamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Palmitate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Sorbitan Beeswax
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids obtained from beeswax and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Sorbitan Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Sorbitan Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-6 Undecylenate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and synthetic fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Betanaphthol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Cocamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil and ethanolamine.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Oleamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Ricinoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7 Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-7M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 / SMDI Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Beeswax
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from beeswax.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Behenate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 C12-18 Ester
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Caprate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Caprylate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Caprylate / Caprate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Caprylic / Capric Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Di / Triricinoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Dicocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Diisostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Ditallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Glyceryl Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Hydrogenated Fish Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from various fish oils.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Isolauryl Thioether
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Linoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Linolenate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Myristate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Propylene Glycol Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), propylene glycol and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Ricinoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from castor oil.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Sesquilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Sesquioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Sorbitan Beeswax
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids obtained from beeswax and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Soyamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Humectant / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Tallow Amide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-8 Undecylenate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and synthetic fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Diethylmonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Oleamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Ricinoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from castor oil.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Stearamide Carboxylic Acid
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-9M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Cocamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Coco-benzonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and derivatives obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Coconut Oil Esters
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and derivatives obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Glyceryl Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Glyceryl Pibsa Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Glyceryl Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Hydrogenated Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and chemically modified lanolin.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Isolauryl Thioether
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Olive Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from olive oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Propylene Glycol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and propylene glycol.
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Sorbitan Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Soya Sterol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and sterols obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Soyamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Stearamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Stearyl Benzonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-10 Tallow Aminopropylamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-11 Avocado Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from avocado oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-11 Babassu Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from Babassu oil extracted from the palm tree, Orbignya martiana (Palmae family).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-11 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-11 Cocamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil and ethanolamine.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-11 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-11 Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Beeswax
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from beeswax.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Ditallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Glyceryl Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Glyceryl Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Palm Kernel Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from palm kernel oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-12 Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-13 Diphenylol Propane
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-13 Hydrogenated Tallow Amide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-13 Mink Glycerides
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from mink oil obtained from the fatty, subcutaneous tissues of mink.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-13 Octanoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-14
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-14 Avocado Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from avocado oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-14 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-14 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-14 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-14 Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-14M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Butanediol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Cocamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Cocamine Oleate / Phosphate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), amines derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil and other fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Cocomonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and derivatives obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Cocopolyamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and derivatives obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Antimicrobial
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Antimicrobial
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Glyceryl Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Glyceryl Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Glyceryl Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Glyceryl Ricinoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Hydroxystearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Jojoba Acid
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Jojoba Alcohol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty alcohols obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Oleamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Oleammonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), amines derived from fatty acids and hydrochloric acid.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Soyamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Stearamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Stearmonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), amines derived from fatty acids and hydrochloric acid.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Tallow Aminopropylamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-15 Tallow Polyamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-16
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-16 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-16 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-16 Soya Sterol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and sterols obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-16 Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-18
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-18 Castor Oil Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil and other fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-18 Glyceryl Oleate / Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin, fatty acids from various sources including coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-18 Palmitate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-18 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Almond Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from almond oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Beeswax
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from beeswax.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Cocamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil and ethanolamine.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Cocamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Corn Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from corn oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Evening Primrose Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from evening primrose oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Glyceryl Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Glyceryl Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Glyceryl Ricinoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids derived from castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Glyceryl Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and chemically modified castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and chemically modified lanolin.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Hydrogenated Palm Oil Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and chemically modified palm oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Mannitan Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), carbohydrates and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glucose and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate / Sesquicaprate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glucose and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glucose and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glucose and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Myristate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Palmitate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Sorbitan Beeswax
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids obtained from beeswax and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Sorbitan Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids obtained from coconut oil and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Humectant / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Tallate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from tall oil, an oily by-product of wood pulp from the paper industry.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20 Tallowate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20-PPG-10 Glyceryl Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-20M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-22 / Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and modified fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-23 Glyceryl Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-23 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-23 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-23M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-24 Hydrogenated Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and chemically modified lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-24 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Diethylmonium Chloride
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Glyceryl Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Glyceryl Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Glyceryl Trioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 PABA
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and PABA (para-amino benzoic acid), a synthetic UV absorber.
Function: U.V. absorber
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Phytosterol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and plant sterols.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Propylene Glycol Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), propylene glycol and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Soya Sterol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and sterols obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-25M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-26 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-26 Jojoba Acid
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-26 Jojoba Alcohol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty alcohols obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-27 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-28 Glyceryl Tallowate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-29 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Glyceryl Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Glyceryl Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Glyceryl Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Glyceryl Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Glyceryl Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Hydrogenated Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and chemically modified lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Oleamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Sorbitan Tetraoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Sorbitol Tetraoleate Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitol.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Soya Sterol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and sterols obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-30 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-32
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-32 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-32 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-32 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-32 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-32 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-32 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-33 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-35 Almond Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from almond oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-35 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-35 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-35 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-35 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-36 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-36 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-36 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Glyceryl Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil PCA Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil and other fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Jojoba Acid
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Jojoba Alcohol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty alcohols obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Olive Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty alcohols obtained from olive oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Ricinoleamide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from fatty acids obtained from castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Sorbitan Diisostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Sorbitan Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids obtained from lanolin and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Sorbitan Perisostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Surfactant / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Sorbitan Peroleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Sorbitan Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Sorbitan Tetraoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Sorbitol Hexaoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitol.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Soya Sterol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and sterols obtained from soya beans.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-40 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-42 Babassu Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from Babassu oil extracted from the palm tree, Orbignya martiana (Palmae family).
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-44 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-44 Sorbitan Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-45 / Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and modified fatty acids.
Function: Emulsion stabiliser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-45 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-45 Palm Kernel Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from palm kernel oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-45 Safflower Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from safflower oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-45 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-45 Stearate Phosphate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-45M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Shea Butter
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and shea butter, a natural fat obtained from the fruit of the karite tree, butyrosperum parkii.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Sorbitol Hexaoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitol.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Stearamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-50 Tallow Amide
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amides derived from tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-54 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-54 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-55 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-55 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-55 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), propylene glycol and fatty acids.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from almond oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Corn Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from corn oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Evening Primrose Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from evening primrose oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Sorbitan Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Sorbitan Tetraoleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-60 Sorbitan Tetrastearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-66 Trihydroxystearin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-70 Hydrogenated Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and chemically modified lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-70 Mango Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from mango oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids derived from cocoa butter oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Lanolin Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Lanolin Wax
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Propylene Glycol Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), propylene glycol and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Shea Butter Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from shea butter, a natural fat obtained from the fruit of the karite tree, butyrosperum parkii.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Shorea Butter Glycerides
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from shorea butter, a natural fat obtained from the plant, Shorea stenoptera of the Dipterocarpaceae family.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Sorbitan Lanolate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Sorbitan Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-75 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-80 Glyceryl Cocoate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-80 Glyceryl Tallowate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-80 Jojoba Acid
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-80 Jojoba Alcohol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty alcohols obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-80 Methyl Glucose Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glucose and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), fatty acids and sorbitan, a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-85 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-90
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-90 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-90M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-100
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-100 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-100 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-100 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-100 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-105 Behenyl Propylenediamine
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and amines derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-115M
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-120 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-120 Glyceryl Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-120 Jojoba Acid
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-120 Jojoba Alcohol
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty alcohols obtained from jojoba oil.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glucose and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-120 Propylene Glycol Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), propylene glycol and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-120 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-135
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-140 Glyceryl Tristearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Dilaurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Dioleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Foam stabilizer Hair and skin conditioner.
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Lanolin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and lanolin.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Laurate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Oleate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-150 Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-175 Distearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-180
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-200
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-200 Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-200 Glyceryl Stearate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-200 Glyceryl Tallowate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and tallow, a fat obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-200 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and castor oil.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), glycerin and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-200 Montanate
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and products derived from montan wax which is obtained from lignite and peat.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-200 Trihydroxystearin
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and a sugar.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-240
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

PEG-350
Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Function: Binding agent / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'


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