PEG-2 Lauramide
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: PEG-3 Lauramide, 26635-75-6, Dodecanamide, Poly(oxy-1, 2-ethanediyl), Lauric monoethanolamide, Ethoxylate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
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
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
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant developed in the mid-20th century. Created as a gentler alternative to traditional soap, derived from lauric acid found in coconut oil.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 100%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 772).
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR