VeriMomIs steareth-20 safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
steareth-20
NO KNOWN RISKS100
/100
0
Pregnancy-safe products containing steareth-20
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Rexona
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serums
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Frequently asked questions
- Is steareth-20 safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive classification (ECHA Annex VI) or SCCS/CIR conclusion indicating reproductive hazard for steareth‑20; CIR and other cosmetic safety assessments treat steareth‑type ethoxylates as safe as used in cosmetics, and peer‑reviewed reproductive toxicity data for steareth‑20 are lacking, so default hazard is 0. (Sources: CIR, ECHA Annex VI, PubChem/CosIng).
- Is steareth-20 safe while breastfeeding?
- No evidence of reproductive or lactation toxicity or breastmilk transfer for steareth‑20 in authoritative assessments. CIR/SCCS-type evaluations do not flag nursing hazards; no harmonised classification present. Exposure via topical cosmetics is expected to be negligible. (Sources: CIR, ECHA Annex VI, PubChem/CosIng).
- Is steareth-20 safe for baby skin?
- Hazard and mechanism: no infant‑specific reproductive/toxic evidence found, so h and m remain 0. Exposure: steareth‑20 is a high molecular‑weight ethoxylated fatty alcohol with low dermal absorption in adults (treated as negligible); because infant skin has higher permeability, exposure score is increased by +1 (adult e=0 → baby e=1). (Sources: CIR, CosIng, PubChem).
- How does VeriMom score steareth-20?
- VeriMom scores steareth-20 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 steareth-20?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to steareth-20 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.