AKA “PEG-7 Medium Chain Triglycerides, PEG-7 MCT Glycerides”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides
AKA: PEG-7 Medium Chain Triglycerides, PEG-7 MCT Glycerides
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Mono-, di- and triglycerides, C8-10, ethoxylated (7 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
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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.
Surfactant Emulsifying
Moisturizing
Antimicrobial
Strengthens Barrier
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier combining polyethylene glycol with medium-chain fatty acids (caprylic and capric) and glycerin. Developed to create lightweight, fast-absorbing cosmetic formulations without the greasiness of traditional oils.