VeriMomIs peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether
NO KNOWN RISKS100
/100
0
Pregnancy-safe products containing peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether
lip-care
La roche-posay
Cicaplast Baume Lèvres
99/100
La roche-posay
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Levres (Discontinued)
98/100
La roche-posay
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Levres Moisturising Lip Balm
97/100
Vichy
Vichy Ideal Body Baume Lèvres Repulpant
97/100
Babé Laboratorios
Babé Laboratorios Lip Repairing Cream
97/100
Kiehl's
Kiehl’s Creme D'elegance Repairateur – Face Cream For Dry Skin
84/100
Kiehl's
Creme d'Elegance Repairateur
84/100
Isispharma
Isispharma Secalia DS
84/100
Catrice
Catrice Lip Plumping Mask
83/100
Kiehl's
Kiehl’s Super Multi-Corrective Eye-Opening Serum
82/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive classifications (ECHA Annex VI), no SCCS or CIR reproductive safety concerns located, and no peer‑reviewed reproductive toxicity studies indicating hazard were identified in available sources (PubChem, CosIng, PubMed searches). Therefore default score 0 (no evidence of reproductive hazard).
- Is peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether safe while breastfeeding?
- No data indicating breast‑milk transfer or lactation toxicity; no regulatory flags in ECHA Annex VI, CIR, or SCCS. Following the default approach (CIR/SCCS absence = 0).
- Is peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether safe for baby skin?
- No specific developmental/infant toxicity data or regulatory flags were found (h=0, m=0). Exposure score increased by +1 for infants (e=1) because PEG-type small ethers can be moderately skin‑permeable compared with completely non‑absorbable ingredients and infant skin has higher absorption potential; adult topical absorption was considered negligible in available sources.
- How does VeriMom score peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether?
- VeriMom scores peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether at 100/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to peg-5 pentaerythrityl ether based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.