PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate

PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 21 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-5 ETHYLHEXANOATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Prevalence21 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Tanning 23.8%Face Cleansers 19%Wash Off Masks 19%Toners 9.5%Exfoliators 4.8%Hair Serums 4.8%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate do in skincare?
PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate 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-5 Ethylhexanoate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially tanning (23.8% of its uses).

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