PEG-192 Apricot Kernel Glycerides

PEG-192 Apricot Kernel Glycerides 1
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AKA: PEG-192 apricot kernel oil glycerides
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginApricot kernel oil derives from the Rosaceae family, native to Central Asia and China. Cold-pressed from the kernel. Ethoxylation adds ethylene oxide chains to create an emulsifier with skin-conditioning properties.
Mono- and diglycerides, apricot kernel oil, ethoxylated (35 mol EO average molar ratio)
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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-on0.1%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2020
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR