PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin

AKA “Polyethylene glycol 20 hydrogenated lanolin, PEG 20 hydrogenated lanolin”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Peg-20 hydrogenated lanolin

AKA: Polyethylene glycol 20 hydrogenated lanolin, PEG 20 hydrogenated lanolin

Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 2

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Barrier Lipid

Clean

Lanolin, hydrogenated, ethoxylated (20 mol EO average molar ratio)

CAS #

68648-27-1

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

Lanolin has been used since ancient times as a skin protectant and emollient in wool processing and traditional European skincare. The PEG-20 hydrogenated version was developed in the 20th century to make lanolin water-soluble and easier to incorporate into modern cosmetic formulations.