PEG-24 Hydrogenated Lanolin
AKA “Hydrogenated Lanolin PEG-24, Polyethylene Glycol 24 Hydrogenated Lanolin”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-24 hydrogenated lanolin
AKA: Hydrogenated Lanolin PEG-24, Polyethylene Glycol 24 Hydrogenated Lanolin
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Barrier Lipid
Not Clean
Lanolin, hydrogenated, ethoxylated (24 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
68648-27-1
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.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthesis of lanolin (traditionally used for centuries as a natural emollient) with PEG to improve water-solubility and stability. Developed to preserve lanolin's traditional skin-conditioning benefits in contemporary formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Lanolin (Wool)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR