Soybean Oil PEG-36 Esters
AKA “PEG-36 soybean glycerides, Polyethylene glycol soybean esters”
Oil
Ingredient Facts
Soybean oil peg-36 esters
AKA: PEG-36 soybean glycerides, Polyethylene glycol soybean esters
Oil · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Soybean oil, mono- and diglycerides, ethoxylated (36 mol EO average molar ratio)
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Bean
CAS #
8013-07-8
Form
Oil
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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 synthetic emulsifier made from soybean oil and PEG, developed in the late 20th century. Used in cosmetics and personal care products to create stable, uniform formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
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