PEG-6 Stearate

PEG-6 Stearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 31 products in our dataset. It carries no restriction under the EU Cosmetics Regulation annexes.

INCI namePEG-6 STEARATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number9004-99-3
Prevalence31 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusNo annex restriction
Monthly searches10

Used in

Prescription 32.3%General Moisturizers 25.8%Eye Moisturizers 6.5%Face Cleansers 6.5%Makeup Removers 6.5%Body Treatments 3.2%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-6 Stearate do in skincare?
PEG-6 Stearate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
What products contain PEG-6 Stearate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially prescription (32.3% of its uses).

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