In our reference data, PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate can feed Malassezia (fungal acne).
PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate is a polyethylene glycol derivative of hydrogenated glyceryl palmate used in skincare as an emollient, surfactant, and emulsifying agent. It helps soften skin and stabilize oil-and-water formulations.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Mild skin irritation | Rare | Occasional redness or stinging, more likely on sensitive or compromised skin. |
Contact allergy/sensitization | Rare | PEG-derived ingredients can rarely provoke allergic contact dermatitis. |
Eye irritation | Uncommon | May cause transient irritation with accidental eye contact. |
Enhanced penetration of other ingredients | Rare | As a surfactant it may slightly increase skin permeability to co-formulated substances. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.