PEG-9
PEG-9 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant, solvent agent. It is used in 5 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PEG-9 |
| Function | HUMECTANT, SOLVENT |
| CAS number | 25322-68-3 |
| Prevalence | 5 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Body |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 10 |
Used in
Body Scrubs 20%Body Washes 20%Concealers 20%Face Cleansers 20%Sunscreens 20%
Frequently asked
- What does PEG-9 do in skincare?
- PEG-9 functions as a humectant, solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is PEG-9 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-9?
- It is most commonly found in Body products, especially body scrubs (20% of its uses).
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