PEG-44 Sorbitan Laurate
AKA “PEG sorbitan laurate, polysorbate derivative”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-44 sorbitan laurate
AKA: PEG sorbitan laurate, Polysorbate derivative
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Sorbitan, monododecanoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs. (44 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
9005-64-5
Form
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.
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier developed in the 1950s combining polyethylene glycol with sorbitan (derived from sorbitol, a sugar alcohol) and lauric acid. Created to replace traditional soap-based emulsifiers and improve product stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
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