PEG-11 Babassu Glycerides
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol 11 Babassu Glycerides”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-11 babassu glycerides
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 11 Babassu Glycerides
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, babassu oil, ethoxylated (11 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 synthetic emulsifier created through polyethylene glycol modification of babassu palm oil glycerides, derived from a tree traditionally used by indigenous Amazonian peoples. Developed in modern cosmetics to improve the stability and skin compatibility of this traditional oil.
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 Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR