murphyPEG-2 Lauramide
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: PEG-3 Lauramide, 26635-75-6, Dodecanamide, Poly(oxy-1, 2-ethanediyl), Lauric monoethanolamide, Ethoxylate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from lauric acid (a fatty acid commonly sourced from coconut or palm kernel oils) and polyethylene glycol. Synthesized through condensation reaction between lauric acid and polyethylene glycol, creating an ester-based surfactant.
Dodecanamide, N-hydropoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)- (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
Formula
C16H33NO3
Mol. Weight
287.44
CAS #
26635-75-6
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Removes Impurities
Emulsifier
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Removes dirt and impurities
Mixes oil and water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2019
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR