PEG-40 Glyceryl Cocoate
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol 40 Glyceryl Cocoate”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-40 glyceryl cocoate
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 40 Glyceryl Cocoate
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-1,2,3-propanetriyltris-.omega.-hydroxy-, monococonut acid ester (40 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
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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
Antioxidant Protection
Wound Healing
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic emulsifier combining PEG with glycerin and coconut oil derivatives, developed mid-to-late 20th century. Designed as a gentle, plant-derived-inspired emulsifier for cleansing products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR