murphyPEG-20 Methyl Glucose Distearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 20 methyl glucose distearate, PEG 20 methyl glucose distearate
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from glucose and fatty acids typically sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm. Produced through esterification of methyl glucose with stearic acid, then polyethylene glycol-modified.
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, ether with methyl d-glucopyranoside (4:1), dioctadecanoate (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
119831-19-5
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
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-on0.05%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2013 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR