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PEG-40 Stearate

Often labeled as: Emulsifier

The classic, reliable cream stabilizer.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

🎯 At a Glance

Skin conditioning Surfactant

🔬 How It Actually Works

An ester of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It is a workhorse emulsifier used to create smooth, elegant textures in lotions.

💖 Why your skin loves it

Keeps formulas stable and provides a soft, conditioning feel to the skin.

💡 Pro Tip

Often paired with Glyceryl Stearate.

⚖️ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

PEGs penetrate the skin and carry toxins into the blood.

The Science

PEG-40 is a massive molecule that cannot penetrate the epidermis.

🧪 The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how PEG-40 Stearate interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

No major synergies or conflicts logged yet. It plays well generally!

🤓 Geeky Details

Origin Synthetic / Plant-derived
pH Environment Neutral

🧴 Formulations featuring PEG-40 Stearate

★ 9.4
Hydrating Ceramides Cleanser
The Raw.
Hydrating Ceramides Cleanser
Cleanser

A superb non-foaming, lotion-to-milk cleanser that entirely respects the skin barrier. Bypassing heavy alkaline foaming agents and harsh sulfates, it utilizes mild Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate and fatty alcohols to lift daily grime softly. The inclusion of Squalane and 5 different Ceramides ensures the skin is actively conditioned during the wash. It leaves zero squeaky feeling, making it the ultimate safe haven for eczema-prone or retinol-burned skin profiles.
★ 9.4
Roughness & Bumpy Ceramides Cleanser
The Raw.
Roughness & Bumpy Ceramides Cleanser
Cleanser

A phenomenal lotion-style cleanser that introduces Salicylic Acid in a highly moisturizing base. Because it does not foam and is loaded with Squalane and Ceramides, the BHA can dissolve keratin plugs without stripping the skin of its essential lipids. It is specifically built for conditions like Keratosis Pilaris (strawberry legs) and facial texture. The lack of lather might feel strange at first, but it guarantees that the active acid works without causing contact dermatitis safely.
★ 9.4
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The Raw.
Intensive Ceramides Moisturiser
Moisturizer

The ultimate heavy-duty rescue cream. By combining Macadamia Oil, Shea Butter, Squalane, and a full 5-Ceramide complex, this cream acts as an absolute physical shield against extreme dryness and transepidermal water loss. It replaces the natural sebum that dry skin fails to produce. It is incredibly thick and buttery, making it a perfect night treatment for peeling skin, but far too heavy and occlusive for oily or acne-prone profiles.