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Ingredient Facts
Peg-175 diisostearate
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 175 Diisostearate
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxoisooctadecyl)-.omega.-[(1-oxoisooctadecyl)oxy]- (175 mol EO average molar ratio)
Effective at 5.01%
Form
Liquid
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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 polyethylene glycol ester synthesized as a modern cosmetic emulsifier in the mid-20th century. Designed to provide stable emulsification and conditioning properties in creams, lotions, and other skincare products.