PEG-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
AKA “PEG-2 hydrogenated ricinus communis oil”
Carrier Oil
Ingredient Facts
Peg-2 hydrogenated castor oil
AKA: PEG-2 hydrogenated ricinus communis oil
Carrier Oil · Emulsifying · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Castor oil (Ricinus communis), hydrogenated, ethoxylated (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
Family
Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
61788-85-0
Form
Oil
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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 derivative combining polyethylene glycol with hydrogenated castor oil, developed in the mid-20th century. Created to stabilize and improve the spreadability of castor oil in cosmetic formulations.
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 Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR