PEG-20 Corn Glycerides
AKA “Polyethylene glycol 20 corn glycerides, PEG 20 corn glycerides”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-20 corn glycerides
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 20 corn glycerides, PEG 20 corn glycerides
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, corn (Zea mays) oil, ethoxylated (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
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.
Surfactant Emulsifying
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic emulsifier combining polyethylene glycol with corn oil-derived glycerides, developed in the 20th century. Created to improve emulsification and hydration in cosmetic products.
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