PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Ethoxylated Thickener; Surfactant; Emulsifier
The finished ingredient has low reported toxicity, but ethoxylation can introduce trace ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Ethylene oxide is carcinogenic, and 1,4-dioxane is a potential carcinogenic contaminant; risk depends heavily on manufacturing and purification quality.
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
The finished ingredient has low reported toxicity, but ethoxylation can introduce trace ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Ethylene oxide is carcinogenic, and 1,4-dioxane is a potential carcinogenic contaminant; risk depends heavily on manufacturing and purification quality.
What it does
Thickens cleansing formulas and improves foam and texture.
How to read this rating
This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.