PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate
A glucose-based thickener for cleansers. It makes the gel denser and softer on skin. Well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate is a thickener and co-emulsifier derived from glucose. Its INCI name is PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate. It is used mostly in gels and cleansing formulas, where it gives the product body and makes the texture denser and nicer to spread. This is a functional ingredient, not an active. It does not treat the skin; it adjusts the viscosity and feel of the gel. In that role it does its job well and adds a silky touch to surfactant bases. Used topically it has no systemic relevance, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. As a surfactant it is ultra-mild. Its irritation and allergy potential is low, it suits sensitive skin and does not strip like harsh cleansers. Most people tolerate it with no reaction.
Frequently asked questions
Is PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate safe during pregnancy?
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate for?
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate and what does it do in cosmetics?
A glucose-based thickener for cleansers.
What's the INCI name for PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate?
The INCI name is PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate.
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