Apricot Kernel Oil PEG-6 Esters
AKA “PEG-6 apricot kernel oil esters
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Apricot kernel oil peg-6 esters
AKA: PEG-6 apricot kernel oil esters
Essential Oil · Emollient · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Apricot kernel oil naturally cleanses and moisturizes while helping blend ingredients together. This gentle, plant-based oil from Central Asia nourishes skin with a soft, conditioning feel.
Effective at 12.3%
CAS #
69071-70-1
Form
Oil
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier developed by combining traditional apricot kernel oil with polyethylene glycol. Created to improve the texture and absorption of apricot oil in modern cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-2
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.6%
24.0%
0%34%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.6-24
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR