PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
AKA “PEG-7 Coconut Glyceride, Polyethylene Glycol 7 Glyceryl Cocoate”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate
AKA: PEG-7 Coconut Glyceride, Polyethylene Glycol 7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-1,2,3-propanetriyltris-.omega.-hydroxy-, monococonut acid ester (7 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
66105-29-1, 68201-46-7
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Moisturizing
Antimicrobial
Strengthens Barrier
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier derived from coconut oil and glycerin with polyethylene glycol modification. Designed to replicate coconut oil's traditional moisturizing use while providing better solubility in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
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