PEG-2 Sunflower Glycerides
AKA “Polyethylene glycol 2 sunflower glycerides”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-2 sunflower glycerides
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 2 sunflower glycerides
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Glycerides, sunflower seed oil (Helianthus annuus) mono- and di-, ethoxylated (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
180254-52-8, 186511-05-7
Form
Liquid
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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
Modern synthetic emulsifier combining polyethylene glycol with sunflower oil-derived glycerides, developed in the 20th century. Created to improve emulsification and skin feel in cosmetics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
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