PEG-15 Hydrogenated Lanolin

AKA “PEG-15 Hydrogenated Lanolin, Lanolin Derivative”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Peg-15 hydrogenated lanolin

AKA: Lanolin Derivative

Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Barrier Lipid

Not Clean

Lanolin, hydrogenated, ethoxylated (15 mol EO average molar ratio)

CAS #

68648-27-1

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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.

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

Lanolin has been used historically as a skin emollient since ancient times, derived from sheep's wool grease. This PEG-modified version was developed in the mid-20th century to improve water solubility while retaining the moisturizing benefits of lanolin.