PEG-60 Passiflora Incarnata Seed Glycerides
AKA “Polyethylene glycol passion flower seed glycerides
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Peg-60 passiflora incarnata seed glycerides
AKA: Polyethylene glycol passion flower seed glycerides
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Not Clean
Glycerides, passionfruit (Passiflora incarnata L.) seed oil mono- and di-, ethoxylated (60 mol EO average molar ratio) Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Ethoxylation | Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic emulsifier created by combining PEG with passion fruit seed oil glycerides, developed in the late 20th century. Passiflora incarnata has been used in traditional herbalism for calming properties, though cosmetic use is more modern.
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
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR