PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
AKA “Polyethylene glycol 60 almond glycerides”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-60 almond glycerides
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 60 almond glycerides
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, almond oil, ethoxylated (60 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
226993-90-4
Form
Liquid
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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.
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
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
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