PEG-2 Laurate
PEG-2 Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 16 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PEG-2 LAURATE |
| Function | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING |
| CAS number | 141-20-8 |
| EC number | 205-468-1 |
| Prevalence | 16 products (0.02% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Shampoos 68.8%Conditioners 12.5%Face Cleansers 12.5%Makeup Removers 6.3%
Frequently asked
- What does PEG-2 Laurate do in skincare?
- PEG-2 Laurate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is PEG-2 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-2 Laurate?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially shampoos (68.8% of its uses).
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