PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Peg-4 polyglyceryl-2 distearate
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate
Synthetic · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle plant-derived ingredient that helps blend oil and water together, keeping your product smooth and stable on skin.
CAS #
86360-24-9
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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.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emulsifier
Locks In Moisture
Wound Healing
Antioxidant Protection
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic hybrid emulsifier combining polyethylene glycol, polyglycerol, and stearic acid, developed mid-to-late 20th century. Created for improved stability and mildness in cosmetic emulsions.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR