OriginDerived from palmitic acid and polyethylene glycol, both synthetic or petroleum-derived compounds. Synthesized through esterification of palmitic acid with polyethylene glycol under catalytic conditions.
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxohexadecyl)-.omega.-[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]- (3 mol EO average molar ratio)
Formula
C38H74O6
Mol. Weight
627.00
CAS #
32628-06-1
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
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