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Should I Avoid olive oil propylene glycol esters During Pregnancy? | VeriMom
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ECHA regulatory hazard statements
- •H361
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FAQ
- Is olive oil propylene glycol esters safe during pregnancy?
- The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) grouped 'olive oil propylene glycol esters' with other propylene glycol (PG) esters and concluded the group is 'safe as used' in cosmetics after reviewing animal and human data and metabolism (noting hydrolysis to propylene glycol + fatty acids). No harmonised CLP (H360/H361 H-code) or EU Annex II/III restriction for this INCI name was identified in the sources reviewed. (CIR; PubChem; CosIng-type ingredient listings).
- Is olive oil propylene glycol esters safe while breastfeeding?
- No reproductive/developmental or lactation-specific hazards were reported for olive oil PG esters in the reviewed cosmetic safety assessment. Metabolic fate (hydrolysis to propylene glycol and fatty acids) and lack of reproductive signals in the grouped PG‑ester data support low concern for breastfeeding with normal cosmetic use.
- Is olive oil propylene glycol esters safe for baby skin?
- No direct infant-specific reproductive/toxicity data were found. Absorption from topical use is generally low for PG esters, but infant skin barrier immaturity increases dermal absorption potential; therefore exposure (e) is increased by +1 for baby skin even though no hazard or mechanism was identified. CIR concluded the PG‑ester group is safe as used, which supports low hazard for infant topical application at normal cosmetic concentrations.
- How does VeriMom score olive oil propylene glycol esters?
- VeriMom scores olive oil propylene glycol esters at 39/100 (high risk) 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 olive oil propylene glycol esters?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to olive oil propylene glycol esters based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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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.