PEG-150 Distearate

PEG-150 Distearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 450 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-150 DISTEARATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number9005-08-7
Prevalence450 products (0.48% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches480

Used in

Face Cleansers 33.6%Shampoos 31.6%Body Washes 11.1%Face Primers 5.6%Conditioners 3.6%General Moisturizers 2.4%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-150 Distearate do in skincare?
PEG-150 Distearate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-150 Distearate 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 Distearate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (33.6% of its uses).

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