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PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
AKA “Polyethylene glycol 60 almond glycerides”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Peg-60 almond glycerides
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 60 almond glycerides
Synthetic · Surfactant - Emulsifying | Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Not Clean
A gentle plant-based ingredient from almond oil that helps blend oil and water in the formula, creating a smooth, lightweight texture on skin.
CAS #
226993-90-4
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from almond oil, a plant-based triglyceride that undergoes synthetic modification. Produced through polyethylene glycol (PEG) esterification of almond glycerides via catalytic synthesis.
Function
Surfactant - Emulsifying | Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic emulsifier combining PEG with almond oil glycerides, developed in the latter half of the 20th century. Almond oil itself has been used historically in Mediterranean skincare for its emollient properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR