Humectants

PEG-100 Steareth

PEG-100 Steareth is used as a solvent in cosmetic formulations, helping to dissolve other ingredients and create a uniform texture.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Humectant, Solvent
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

PEG-100 Steareth is used as a solvent in cosmetic formulations, helping to dissolve other ingredients and create a uniform texture.

Reference

Identifiers

Category
Humectants
Updated
Apr 23, 2026

No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.