| Name | PME |
| Vevy Codex | 03.0775 |
| Description |
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| Properties |
Substitute for petrolatum and silicones, emollient, lubricant, skin protectant and water repellent: it does not prevent insensible perspiration. 2. A minimal percentage of PME in O/W and W/O emulsions, whether lotions or creams, maintains indefinitely the viscosity/temperature equilibrium by means of which the emulsion has the same viscosity and the same consistency at 20°C and 55°C. PME is the first thermorheostatic agent to be used dermopharmaceutically; it is completely harmless.
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| Use |
2.0% - 5.0% and above in pharmaceutical and cosmetic ointments; lipsticks; lip balms; massage creams; barrier creams; hand creams; baby products. 2.0% in sunscreen preparations as waterproof.
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| Characteristics |
white or straw yellow ropy paste with slight characteristic odor. Solubility: mineral oils; partially soluble in triglycerides.
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| Chemical Description |
Compound of C18-C70 alkanes, mainly C60-C70.
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| Classifications |
according to technical and safety data sheets.
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| Toxicology | Tested DCG® - Dermo Cosmetic Grade |