PEG-23 Glyceryl Distearate
AKA “Glyceryl Distearate PEG-23, PEG-23 Distearate Glycerides
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Peg-23 glyceryl distearate
AKA: Glyceryl Distearate PEG-23, PEG-23 Distearate Glycerides
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-1,2,3-propanetriyltris-.omega.-hydroxy-, dioctadecanoate (23 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
59070-56-3
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.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier combining polyethylene glycol with stearic acid and glycerin derivatives. Developed to create stable, luxurious textures in creams and lotions without traditional natural emulsifiers.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR