PEG-2m
PEG-2m is a cosmetic ingredient used as a binding, emulsion stabilising agent. It is used in 26 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PEG-2M |
| Function | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| CAS number | 25322-68-3 |
| Prevalence | 26 products (0.03% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 10 |
Used in
Conditioners 26.9%Hair Serums 15.4%Hair Masks 11.5%Leave-in Conditioners 11.5%Leave-in Treatments 11.5%Detanglers 3.8%
Frequently asked
- What does PEG-2m do in skincare?
- PEG-2m functions as a binding, emulsion stabilising agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is PEG-2m 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-2m?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially conditioners (26.9% of its uses).
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