PEG-12 Laurate

PEG-12 Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 13 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-12 LAURATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number9004-81-3
Prevalence13 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Makeup Removers 84.6%Face Cleansers 7.7%Grooming 7.7%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-12 Laurate do in skincare?
PEG-12 Laurate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-12 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 Laurate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially makeup removers (84.6% of its uses).

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