PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate

adults • Skin contact product

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Is this safe for adults to use Peg 80 Sorbitan Laurate?

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YES - Generally Safe

Danger Score: 2 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Peg 80 Sorbitan Laurate is generally considered safe for adults when used in topical products. Adults generally have higher tolerance.

ℹ️General Overview

For adults, this ingredient is commonly used and is usually okay for most people. Some people can get skin reactions, and there is a small risk that it can be contaminated with harmful manufacturing byproducts.

✅What to Do

If you are an adult: patch test a small area before using on large areas; avoid using it on broken or irritated skin; choose reputable brands that test for contaminants; stop use and see a doctor if you get redness, itching, or swelling.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for allergic skin reactions — industry safety reviews report strong evidence that it can be a skin allergen (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). There are also manufacturing contamination concerns (ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane) reported by safety reviews and regulatory sources; these are the main reasons to prefer products that test for impurities or have independent safety verification.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Irritant: A safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) found strong evidence that this ingredient can cause skin harm or act as an allergen in people. For a baby’s delicate skin, that can mean redness, itch, or rash when used on the skin.

Immune system: The ingredient record flags a moderate concern for allergies and immunotoxicity and cites strong evidence it can trigger skin allergic reactions (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). That means it can activate the immune system and cause allergic responses.

Eczema: Because experts found strong evidence this ingredient is a human skin allergen, it can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse on sensitive baby skin (Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

Cancer: The ingredient notes include high contamination concerns that name ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane as possible contaminants. Those contaminants are linked to cancer risk, so contaminated material could raise cancer concerns if exposure occurs.

Long-Term Risk: There are data gaps (the safety review relied on related chemicals) and flagged contamination issues. Those gaps plus possible carcinogenic contaminants mean there is potential for long-term health effects with repeated exposure.

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Alternative Names for PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

peg-80 sorbitan lauratePOLYSORBATE 60 (NF)POLYSORBATE 20 (NF)2-[2-[3,4-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)OXOLAN-2-YL]-2-(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)ETHOXY]ETHYL DODECANOATE2-[2-[3,4-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)TETRAHYDROFURAN-2-YL]-2-(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)ETHOXY]ETHYL DODECANOATE9005-66-7POLYSORBATE 40 (NF)ALKEST TW 20118955-40-12-(2-(3,4-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)TETRAHYDROFURAN-2-YL)-2-(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)ETHOXY)ETHYL DODECANOATETWEEN(R) 20

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate or its alternative names.

Common Questions About PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate

Is this safe for adults to use PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate?

Yes, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate is generally considered safe for adults based on current research.

What are the irritant risks of PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate for adults?

Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin.

What are the immune system risks of PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate for adults?

Could weaken or confuse immune system.

What are the eczema risks of PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate for adults?

Linked to triggering or worsening eczema and similar skin conditions.

What are the cancer risks of PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate for adults?

Connected to cancer risk with long-term or repeated exposure.

What are the long-term risk risks of PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate for adults?

Linked to long-term health effects after years of use or exposure.

What products contain PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate?

PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can adults using products with PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for adults. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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