PEG-18
PEG-18 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant, solvent agent. It is used in 7 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PEG-18 |
| Function | HUMECTANT, SOLVENT |
| CAS number | 25322-68-3 |
| Prevalence | 7 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 10 |
Used in
Foundations 28.6%Serums 28.6%Eye Moisturizers 14.3%Facial Treatments 14.3%Night Moisturizers 14.3%
Frequently asked
- What does PEG-18 do in skincare?
- PEG-18 functions as a humectant, solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is PEG-18 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-18?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially foundations (28.6% of its uses).
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