PEG-200 Laurate

PEG-200 Laurate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 200 Laurate, PEG 200 Monolaureate
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Not Clean
OriginDerived from lauric acid and polyethylene glycol, both petroleum-derived synthetic compounds. Synthesized through esterification of lauric acid with polyethylene glycol via ethoxylation catalysis.
PEG-200 Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
25322-68-3
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.
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
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.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR