PEG-3 Distearate
PEG-3 Distearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 52 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PEG-3 DISTEARATE |
| Function | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING |
| CAS number | 9005-08-7 |
| Prevalence | 52 products (0.06% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Face Cleansers 40.4%Shampoos 30.8%Body Washes 23.1%Hair Masks 1.9%Leave-in Treatments 1.9%Scalp Scrubs 1.9%
Frequently asked
- What does PEG-3 Distearate do in skincare?
- PEG-3 Distearate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is PEG-3 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-3 Distearate?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (40.4% of its uses).
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