Ingredient

PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate

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Scout's take

PEG-derived viscosity modifier. As with all polyethylene glycols, manufacturing can leave 1,4-dioxane (EPA probable human carcinogen) as a residual contaminant unless vacuum-stripped.

More from Scout's analyses

Polyethylene glycol-based emulsifier; carries 1,4-dioxane contamination risk from ethoxylation. Penetration enhancer.

from the analysis of eos Shea Better Cashmere Body Wash Vanilla Cashmere

PEG-class emulsifier. Possible 1,4-dioxane contamination depending on purification.

from the analysis of Summer's Eve Sheer Floral Cleansing Wash

Polyethylene glycol ester; 1,4-dioxane contamination risk from ethoxylation.

from the analysis of OGX Nourishing + Coconut Milk Shampoo

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