PEG-20
PEG-20 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant, solvent agent. It is used in 81 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PEG-20 |
| Function | HUMECTANT, SOLVENT |
| CAS number | 25322-68-3 |
| Prevalence | 81 products (0.09% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 40 |
Used in
Serums 18.5%General Moisturizers 17.3%Toners 7.4%Essences 6.2%Foundations 6.2%Body Lotions 4.9%
Frequently asked
- What does PEG-20 do in skincare?
- PEG-20 functions as a humectant, solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is PEG-20 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-20?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (18.5% of its uses).
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