PEG-10 Tsubakiate Glycerides
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol 10 Camellia Oil Glycerides
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-10 tsubakiate glycerides
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 10 Camellia Oil Glycerides
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, Camellia japonica seed oil, ethoxylated (10 mol EO average molar ratio)
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern polyethylene glycol-modified derivative of camellia (tsubaki) oil glycerides developed in late 20th century cosmetics. Created to incorporate the traditional Japanese skincare benefits of camellia oil into more stable, water-soluble formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR