PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquilaurate
AKA “Polyethylene glycol 20 methyl glucose sesquilaurate, PEG 20 methyl glucose sesquilaurate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquilaurate
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 20 methyl glucose sesquilaurate, PEG 20 methyl glucose sesquilaurate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Dodecanoic acid, esters with methyl-d-glucopyranoside (3:2), ethoxylated (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
119831-19-5
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
A modern sugar-derived emulsifier combining glucose with lauric acid and polyethylene glycol. Developed as a naturally-inspired alternative to harsher synthetic emulsifiers while maintaining stable cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Mild Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR