PEG-12 Glyceryl Laurate

PEG-12 Glyceryl Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-12 GLYCERYL LAURATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number59070-56-3
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Makeup Removers 50%Toners 50%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-12 Glyceryl Laurate do in skincare?
PEG-12 Glyceryl Laurate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-12 Glyceryl Laurate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain PEG-12 Glyceryl Laurate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially makeup removers (50% of its uses).

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