PEG-40 Stearate (Polyethylene Glycol 40 Stearate) is a synthetic polymer composed of PEG (polyethylene glycol) and stearic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid. Due to the presence of PEG, this ingredient may contain potentially toxic manufacturing impurities such as 1,4-dioxane. Used as a scleansing agent and surfactant
Suspected to be an environmental toxin, possible human toxin, possible irritant, possible allergen Risky Ingredient
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