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PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate

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Quick verdict

Use with caution

PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate skin safety dashboard

PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate scores 60/100 across 1 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

3/5

Moderate clogging risk; formula context matters.

Fungal acne safe

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Review the full formula before using on Malassezia-prone skin.

Pregnancy safe

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Ask a clinician before using during pregnancy or nursing.

Skin types to avoid

Acne-prone, Sensitive

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate and why is it used?

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Will PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 3/5

PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 1 product analyses. A higher number means a stronger pore-clogging signal for acne-prone skin.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: is PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate toxic or safe?

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PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate currently scores 60/100 with a medium concern level. The main practical risk is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where this ingredient appears with other potentially irritating ingredients.

Is PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate a safety score of 60/100 with a medium concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should avoid PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded, but patch testing is still useful for reactive skin.

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Found in 1 Products

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Dermasil labs pharmaceutical research aha glycolic acid

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An ethoxylated ingredient used as a solubilizer that may contain trace impurities from the manufacturing process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 1 product analyses. A higher number means a stronger pore-clogging signal for acne-prone skin.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: is PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate toxic or safe?
PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate currently scores 60/100 with a medium concern level. The main practical risk is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where this ingredient appears with other potentially irritating ingredients.
Is PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate a safety score of 60/100 with a medium concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should avoid PEG-40 Sorbitan Laurate?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded, but patch testing is still useful for reactive skin.