PEG-9m
PEG-9m is a cosmetic ingredient used as a binding, emulsion stabilising agent. It is used in 8 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PEG-9M |
| Function | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| CAS number | 25322-68-3 |
| Prevalence | 8 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Body |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Body Washes 62.5%Grooming Tools 12.5%Hair Masks 12.5%Shampoos 12.5%
Frequently asked
- What does PEG-9m do in skincare?
- PEG-9m functions as a binding, emulsion stabilising agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is PEG-9m 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-9m?
- It is most commonly found in Body products, especially body washes (62.5% of its uses).
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