Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Paula's Choice rates it as "generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues"; standard PEG concerns apply. Lower PEG chain (22 EO, ~968 g/mol) compared to #6, resulting in better skin affinity while still improving betulin's water dispersibility; birch bark-derived active carrier
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methoxy PEG-22 Betulin safe in cosmetics?
Paula's Choice rates it as "generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues"; standard PEG concerns apply. Lower PEG chain (22 EO, ~968 g/mol) compared to #6, resulting in better skin affinity while still improving betulin's water dispersibility; birch bark-derived active carrier The EU classifies Methoxy PEG-22 Betulin as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methoxy PEG-22 Betulin allowed in the EU?
Methoxy PEG-22 Betulin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methoxy PEG-22 Betulin do in cosmetics?
Methoxy PEG-22 Betulin functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned in public databases.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methoxy PEG-22 Betulin?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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