PEG-200 Laurate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 200 Laurate, PEG 200 Monolaureate
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Not Clean
PEG-200 Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
25322-68-3
Form
Liquid
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Surfactant
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Humectant
Solvent
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Draws moisture to skin
Dissolves other ingredients
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century from lauric acid (found in coconut and palm oils) and polyethylene glycol. Created to provide the conditioning properties of coconut oil in a more stable, water-soluble form.
EWG
4
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
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR