PEG-5 Lauramide
AKA “PEG-3 Lauramide, Dodecanamide, Poly(oxy-1, Lauric monoethanolamide, ethoxylate, RefChem:858968”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Peg-5 lauramide
AKA: PEG-3 Lauramide, Dodecanamide, Poly(oxy-1, Lauric monoethanolamide, Ethoxylate, RefChem:858968
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Helps blend water and oils together so products feel smooth and light on skin without separation or greasiness.
Formula
C16H33NO3
Mol. Weight
287.44
CAS #
26635-75-6
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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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Viscosity Controlling
Emulsifier
Fights Bacteria
Locks In Moisture
Wound Healing
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant developed in the 20th century from lauric acid (traditionally sourced from coconut oil) and polyethylene glycol. Created to provide mild cleansing and emulsifying properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 100%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 772).
Regulatory Agencies
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics.
Akinsulie A, Raj PS, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2025
Final Report of the Amended Safety Assessment of Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Related Salts of Sulfated Ethoxylated Alcohols
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Safety Assessment of Glycerin Ethoxylates as Used in Cosmetics
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
PEG-3 Lauramide
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
PEG-5 Lauramide
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Allergic contact dermatitis due to nonylphenol ethoxylate (nonoxynol-6).
Nethercott JR, Lawrence MJ
Contact dermatitis, 1984
Final report of the amended safety assessment of sodium laureth sulfate and related salts of sulfated ethoxylated alcohols.
Robinson VC, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Hill RA, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2010
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR