PEG-15 Stearamine
AKA “PEG-15 Stearamine, Stearamine Derivative
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-15 stearamine
AKA: Stearamine Derivative
Surfactant · Antistatic · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Octadecanamine, ethoxylated (15 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
9003-93-4
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Functions
Antistatic
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Reduces Static
Emulsifier
Reduces flyaways
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic surfactant developed in the 20th century from stearic acid and polyethylene glycol. Designed as an emulsifier and conditioning agent to improve water-oil integration in cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
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