murphyPEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 16 Macadamia Glycerides
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from macadamia nut oil glycerides, a natural nut oil ester base material. Synthesized through ethoxylation, adding polyethylene glycol chains (16 mol average) to macadamia glycerides.
Glycerides, macadamia nut (Macadamia ternifolia) oil mono- and di-, ethoxylated (16 mol EO average molar ratio)
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Macadamia)
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-onNot reported
Rinse-off0.05–1%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2020
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR