PEG-3 Stearate

PEG-3 Stearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-3 STEARATE
FunctionHUMECTANT
CAS number9004-99-3
Prevalence4 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inOther
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Prescription 100%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-3 Stearate do in skincare?
PEG-3 Stearate functions as a humectant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-3 Stearate 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 Stearate?
It is most commonly found in Other products, especially prescription (100% of its uses).

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