PEG-13 Mink Glycerides
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 13 Mink Glycerides, Emollient
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, mink oil, ethoxylated (13 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
103819-45-0
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 combining PEG with mink oil-derived glycerides, developed in cosmetics during the latter 20th century. Used primarily for its purported luxurious feel and skin conditioning properties.
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
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR