Functional / Support

PEG-32

Often labeled as: Polyethylene Glycol 1500
"The solid, binding PEG humectant."
๐Ÿฅ Overall Safety: Safe
๐Ÿคฐ Pregnancy: Safe
๐Ÿ”ฅ Irritation Risk: 0 / 5
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Pore-Clogging: 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A higher-molecular-weight polyethylene glycol that is a soft solid at room temperature. It acts as a brilliant binder, helping to form the structure of solid cleansing balms and stick formulations.

๐Ÿ’– Why Your Skin Loves It

Provides structure to solid cosmetics, moisturizes the skin, and washes away easily.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Essential for creating elegant, melt-on-contact balms.

๐Ÿงช The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how PEG-32 interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

โœ… Best Friends (Synergy)
No documented synergies yet.
โš ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.

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