PEG-2 Cocamine
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol 2 Cocamine
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-2 cocamine
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 2 Cocamine
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Amines, coco alkyl, ethoxylated (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
61791-14-8
Form
Liquid
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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
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic ingredient developed in the mid-20th century combining polyethylene glycol with coconut-derived amines. Designed as a modern emulsifier and hair conditioning agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
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