Peg-75 Stearate

Updated

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (75 mol EO average molar ratio)

Purpose

PEG-75 stearate is an ester blend of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid.

Rating

GOOD

Category

Cleansing Agent

INCI Purpose

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Alternative Names

At a Glance

Article

PEG-75 stearate is an ester blend of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It works to emulsify solvents in cosmetic formulas, can contribute to product texture, and, in higher amounts can also be a cleansing agent. PEG-75 stearate may be animal-derived or synthetic; Paula’s Choice uses the synthetic form. It is one of the many PEG compounds considered safe as used in cosmetics.

See: Stearic Acid

References