PEG-75 Dilaurate

PEG-75 Dilaurate

AKA “Glycol dilaurate, Ethylene dilaurate, Lauric acid, ethylene ester, Ethylene glycol didodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid, 2-ethanediyl ester, NSC-406565”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Peg-75 dilaurate

AKA: Glycol dilaurate, Ethylene dilaurate, Lauric acid, Ethylene ester, Ethylene glycol didodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid, 2-ethanediyl ester, NSC-406565

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Synthetic

Not Clean

A gentle cleansing agent that helps remove dirt and oil while keeping products smooth and well-blended for even application.

Formula

C26H50O4

Mol. Weight

426.70

CAS #

9005-02-1

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.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Cleansing Surfactant

Emulsifier

Locks In Moisture

Antioxidant Protection

Anti-Aging Benefits

Removes Impurities

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

Lauric acid is derived from coconut or palm oil and has been used traditionally for soap-making. The PEG-75 dilaurate version was synthesized in the 20th century as a modern synthetic emulsifier for cosmetics and cleansers.