PEG-192 Apricot Kernel Glycerides
AKA “PEG-192 apricot kernel oil glycerides
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-192 apricot kernel glycerides
AKA: PEG-192 apricot kernel oil glycerides
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, apricot kernel oil, ethoxylated (35 mol EO average molar ratio)
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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
A modern hybrid ingredient combining polyethylene glycol with apricot kernel oil, developed in the late 20th century. Created to stabilize the natural conditioning benefits of apricot oil in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
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