PEG-7 Cocoglycerides
AKA “PEG-7 Coconut Glycerides, Polyethylene Glycol 7 Cocoglycerides
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Peg-7 cocoglycerides
AKA: PEG-7 Coconut Glycerides, Polyethylene Glycol 7 Cocoglycerides
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Derived from coconut oil, this gentle ingredient helps blend water and oil together in the formula while softening and moisturizing skin.
CAS #
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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
A modern emulsifier combining coconut oil derivatives with polyethylene glycol and glycerin. Developed to incorporate coconut oil's traditional moisturizing properties into lighter, water-dispersible cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
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