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PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
AKA “Polyethylene glycol 20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, PEG 20 methyl glucose sesquistearate”
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Ingredient Facts
Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, PEG 20 methyl glucose sesquistearate
Synthetic · Surfactant - Emulsifying | Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Not Clean
A natural plant-derived ingredient that helps blend water and oils together, creating a smooth, unified texture in creams and lotions.
CAS #
68389-70-8
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Botanical. Derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as the primary plant-based starting materials. Produced through polyethylene glycol (PEG) conjugation and esterification with glucose and stearic acid.
Function
Surfactant - Emulsifying | Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Surfactant Emulsifying
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A plant-derived synthetic emulsifier created by combining glucose derivatives with stearic acid and polyethylene glycol. Developed in response to consumer demand for gentler, sugar-based emulsifiers in skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Mild Irritant
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR