PEG-150

PEG-150 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a binding, humectant agent. It is used in 75 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-150
FunctionBINDING, HUMECTANT, SOLVENT
CAS number25322-68-3
Prevalence75 products (0.08% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches170

Used in

Face Cleansers 21.3%Serums 12%Toners 9.3%Body Lotions 5.3%Essences 5.3%General Moisturizers 5.3%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-150 do in skincare?
PEG-150 functions as a binding, humectant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-150 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-150?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (21.3% of its uses).

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