Oleth-82
AKA “Oleyl Ethoxylate 82, Oleth 82, Polyethylene Glycol Monooleyl Ether
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Oleth-82
AKA: Oleyl Ethoxylate 82, Oleth 82, Polyethylene Glycol Monooleyl Ether
Synthetic · Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 3
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Not Clean
A gentle cleanser that helps remove dirt and oil while keeping skin soft and balanced.
CAS #
9004-98-2
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from ethoxylated fatty alcohols, typically produced from coconut or palm oil derivatives. Synthesized through ethoxylation, where ethylene oxide is added to fatty alcohol chains under catalytic conditions.
Function
Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic polyethylene glycol ether derivative of oleic acid. Used in cosmetics as a surfactant and emulsifier with no significant traditional use history.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score3
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Concentration Guide
Industry reports use up to 18.0% across all product types. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 581).
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR