PEG-40 Lanolin

PEG-40 Lanolin is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 5 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-40 LANOLIN
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number61790-81-6
Prevalence5 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Mousse & Foam 40%Styling Creams & Sprays 40%Other Hair Cleansers 20%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-40 Lanolin do in skincare?
PEG-40 Lanolin functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-40 Lanolin 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-40 Lanolin?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially mousse & foam (40% of its uses).

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