What does Peg 100 Stearate do?

As an emollient, PEG 100 stearate is included within skincare product formulations to give the skin a softer feel. It achieves this through strengthening the skin’s moisture barrier by forming a thin fatty layer on the skin’s surface, which prevents moisture loss and increases overall hydration.

Is Peg 100 Stearate an emulsifier?

PEG-100 Stearate is a polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid. It functions as an effective emollient, emulsifier and surfactant. It is used in facial cleansers, creams and lotions, shampoos.

What is arlacel?

An acid-stable, self-emulsifying glyceryl monostearate, Arlacel 165 is primarily used as an oil-in-water emulsifier for creams and lotions which are rich in non-polar oils and waxes. As a nonionic emulsifier Arlacel 165 tolerates the addition of acidic actives and salts.

Is PEG 100 toxic?

Ethylene oxide (found in PEG-4, PEG-7, PEG4-dilaurate, and PEG 100) is highly toxic — even in small doses — and was used in World War I nerve gas. Exposure to ethylene glycol during its production, processing and clinical use has been linked to increased incidents of leukemia as well as several types of cancer.

Is peg 100 toxic?

What is glyceryl stearate & peg 100 stearate?

Glyceryl stearate and PEG-100 stearate is a combination of two emulsifying ingredients. It is made by reacting glycerine (a soap by-product) with stearic acid (a naturally occurring, vegetable fatty acid). PEG-100 stearate is an off-white, solid ester of polyethylene glycol (a binder and a softener) and stearic acid.

What is Lotionpro?

Lotionpro™ 165 is a self-emulsifying, acid-stable emulsifier blend which includes glyceryl stearate and polyoxyethylene stearate (PEG-100 stearate). It forms highly stable oil-in-water emulsions with excellent appearance and feel.

Is PEG bad in skincare?

If used on broken or damaged skin, it can cause irritation and system toxicity. In addition, PEGs can reduce the skin’s moisture levels and speed up skin aging. It is really on you to make a decision to use products that include these chemicals or not. Be wise, think, and know what’s best for your skin!

Is glyceryl stearate and PEG 100 stearate natural?

How do you use glyceryl stearate and PEG 100 stearate?

How to use. Heat the glyceryl stearate & Peg 100 to 60c – 70c within the oill stage of your formulations. Ensure the glyceryl stearate & Peg 100 is fully disolved into your oil stage (use agitation if required) in order to minimise the risk of graininess in your final formulation.

Are PEGs toxic?

Depending on manufacturing processes, PEGs may be contaminated with measurable amounts of ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. While carcinogenic contaminants are the primary concern, PEG compounds themselves show some evidence of genotoxicity vi,vii and if used on broken skin can cause irritation and systemic toxicity.

What’s the difference between glyceryl stearate and Peg 100?

Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate is different from Glyceryl Stearate SE, though both are emulsifiers. The Body Shop uses Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate to emulsify their signature body butters! Buy it from an online DIY ingredient supplier. In the USA you can purchase it from Making Cosmetics and Lotion Crafter.

What kind of emulsifier is glyceryl stearate for?

Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate is a very versatile non-ionic oil-in-water emulsifier that creates silky smooth, ultra-light emulsions.

Can you use glyceryl stearate in a spray bottle?

Both Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate emulsions could be packaged in a spray bottle, and are far too thin for any sort of pump bottle or jar. Because Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate does not thicken emulsions, it gives us the ability to control the viscosity and oil phase size independently.

How long does a glyceryl stearate last in the body?

Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate should last at least two years. Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Stearate is different from Glyceryl Stearate SE, though both are emulsifiers.