PEG-70 Lanolin
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol 70 Lanolin, Lanolin PEG-70”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Peg-70 lanolin
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 70 Lanolin, Lanolin PEG-70
Ingredient · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Barrier Lipid
Not Clean
PEG-70 Lanolin is a polyethylene glycol derivative of Lanolin with an average of 70 moles of ethylene oxide
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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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.
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
Lanolin has been used for centuries as a moisturizing ingredient derived from wool grease. The PEG-70 version was created in the mid-20th century to improve lanolin's compatibility with water-based cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Lanolin (Wool)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR