PEG-15 Glyceryl Isostearate

PEG-15 Glyceryl Isostearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 11 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-15 GLYCERYL ISOSTEARATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Prevalence11 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Face Cleansers 36.4%Makeup Removers 36.4%Body Washes 9.1%Mascaras 9.1%Wash Off Masks 9.1%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-15 Glyceryl Isostearate do in skincare?
PEG-15 Glyceryl Isostearate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-15 Glyceryl Isostearate 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-15 Glyceryl Isostearate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (36.4% of its uses).

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