PEG-160m

PEG-160m is a cosmetic ingredient used as a binding, emulsion stabilising agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-160M
FunctionBINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number25322-68-3
Prevalence1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inTools
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Grooming Tools 100%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-160m do in skincare?
PEG-160m functions as a binding, emulsion stabilising agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-160m allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain PEG-160m?
It is most commonly found in Tools products, especially grooming tools (100% of its uses).

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