PEG-11 Babassu Glycerides
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 11 Babassu Glycerides
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, babassu oil, ethoxylated (11 mol EO average molar ratio)
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier created through polyethylene glycol modification of babassu palm oil glycerides, derived from a tree traditionally used by indigenous Amazonian peoples. Developed in modern cosmetics to improve the stability and skin compatibility of this traditional oil.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR