PEG-20 Almond Glycerides

PEG-20 Almond Glycerides 1
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 20 almond glycerides
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, almond oil, ethoxylated (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
226993-90-4
Form
Liquid
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Emulsifying
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic emulsifier combining polyethylene glycol with almond oil glycerides, developed in the 20th century. Created to improve texture and emulsification in cosmetic products.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR