PEG-2 Cocamine
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 2 Cocamine
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Amines, coco alkyl, ethoxylated (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
61791-14-8
Form
Liquid
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic ingredient developed in the mid-20th century combining polyethylene glycol with coconut-derived amines. Designed as a modern emulsifier and hair conditioning agent.
EWG
2
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-assessed4 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR