PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
Also known as: PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Thickener used in hair and skin care products | Also an emulsifier
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What Is PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate?
PEG-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate is a thickener used in hair and skin care products, especially in formulas that are difficult to thicken. It is also an emulsifier and can help stabilize formulations by enhancing the solubility of key ingredients.
PEG-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate has been ruled safe as used in cosmetics. In it raw form, it is a slightly yellowish liquid. It’s often combined with emollient and emulsifying cleansing agent PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate.
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Published Research
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UPICHEM Supplier Information [https://www.upichem.com/products/peg-200-hydrogenated-glyceryl-palmatepeg-7-glyceryl-cocoate/]
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SpecialChem INCI Ingredient Information [https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/inci-ingredients/peg-200-hydrogenated-glyceryl-palmate]
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Toxicological Research, June 2015, pages 105–136
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