Very Disliked
PEG-40 Stearate
May feed Fungal Acne
Fungal acne-safe products avoid ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast, the cause of fungal acne. Unlike regular acne, fungal acne appears as small, uniform bumps and won't respond to typical acne treatments. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
Peg-40 Stearate is a waxy solid made up of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It is an emulsifier and cleanser. Emulsifiers help oils and water mix.
Stearic acid is a a fatty acid. Therefore, Peg-40 stearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
See all 496 products with PEG-40 Stearate
Users who like it
4%
Users who avoid it
96%
What it does
Emulsifying
The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.5%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Sunscreens
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with PEG-40 Stearate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
76904
INCI Name
PEG-40 STEARATE
INN Name
macrogol ester 2000
EC #
 -
All Functions
Emulsifying, Surfactant
