A thickening agent that helps bind formula ingredients together and keeps creams and lotions from separating, creating a smooth, stable texture.
CAS #
25322-68-3
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from ethylene oxide and water through polymerization reactions, creating a long-chain polymer compound. Produced by sequential addition of ethylene oxide units to form polyethylene glycol with a molecular weight of approximately 7,500,000 Daltons.
A high molecular weight polyethylene glycol variant developed in the latter half of the 20th century. Designed as a thickening and emulsifying agent for cosmetic formulations.