PEG-4 Laurate

PEG-4 Laurate

AKA “RefChem:866379, DTXCID601509376, 2-Hydroxyethyl laurate, 2-hydroxyethyl dodecanoate, Ethylene glycol monolaurate, Dodecanoic acid, 2-hydroxyethyl ester”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Peg-4 laurate

AKA: RefChem:866379, DTXCID601509376, 2-Hydroxyethyl laurate, 2-hydroxyethyl dodecanoate, Ethylene glycol monolaurate, Dodecanoic acid, 2-hydroxyethyl ester

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle cleanser that helps remove dirt and oil while keeping your product texture smooth and blended.

Formula

C14H28O3

Mol. Weight

244.37

CAS #

9004-81-3

Form

Liquid

State

Liquid

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Cleansing Surfactant

Emulsifier

Locks In Moisture

Wound Healing

Antioxidant Protection

Removes Impurities

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

Synthetic PEG ester derived from lauric acid (coconut oil component), developed mid-20th century. Designed as a mild, non-ionic surfactant for gentle cleansing products.