PEG-4 Dilaurate

PEG-4 Dilaurate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 36 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-4 DILAURATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number9005-02-1
Prevalence36 products (0.04% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Styling Creams & Sprays 19.4%Face Cleansers 11.1%Makeup Removers 11.1%Deodorant 8.3%Hair Serums 8.3%Body Lotions 5.6%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-4 Dilaurate do in skincare?
PEG-4 Dilaurate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-4 Dilaurate 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-4 Dilaurate?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially styling creams & sprays (19.4% of its uses).

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