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PEG-12
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol 12, PEG 12”
Humectant
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Ingredient Facts
PEG-12
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 12, PEG 12
Humectant · Humectant · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Humectant
Solvent
Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, (12 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
25322-68-3
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A low-molecular-weight polyethylene glycol developed in the mid-20th century as a humectant and solvent in cosmetic formulations. Used to improve moisture retention and product stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of PEG-25 Propylene Glycol Stearate, PEG-75 Propylene Glycol, PEG-120 Propylene Glycol Stearate, PEG-10 Propylene Glycol, PEG-8 Propylene Glycol Cocoate, and PEG-
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Candelillate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Cocamine
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Diisostearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Dilaurate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Dimethicone
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Dioleate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Distearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Ditallate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Glyceryl Dimyristate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Glyceryl Dioleate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Laurate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Palm Kernel Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Palmitamine
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-12 Stearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-120 Distearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Triisostearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-120 Propylene Glycol Stearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-120 Stearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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PEG-4 PEG-12 Dimethicone
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Candelillate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-12
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-12 Diisostearate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-12 Dimethicone
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-12 Glyceryl Dimyristate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-12 Laurate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-12 Palm Kernel Glycerides
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
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Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
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Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
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Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
→
Final report on the safety assessment of PEG-25 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-75 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate, PEG-10
Johnson W Jr, Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
International journal of toxicology, 2001
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR