PEG-40 Sorbitan Peroleate
AKA “PEG sorbitan peroleate
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Peg-40 sorbitan peroleate
AKA: PEG sorbitan peroleate
Synthetic · Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Not Clean
1,4-Anhydro-D-glucitol, ethoxylated, 9-(Z)-octadecenoates (1:4) (40 mol EO average molar ratio) Science: Process: Ethoxylation | Functions: Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Derived from plant-based oleic acid (typically from vegetable oils like soybean or sunflower), combined with sorbitol anhydride. Produced through ethoxylation, where ethylene oxide is added to sorbitan monooleate to create the polyethylene glycol chain.
Function
Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Wound Healing
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier developed in the late 20th century combining sorbitan, polyethylene glycol, and oleic acid. Designed to improve emulsion stability and product texture in cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR