PEG-3 Glyceryl Distearate

PEG-3 Glyceryl Distearate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 3 Glyceryl Distearate, PEG 3 Glyceryl Distearate
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
PEG-3 Glyceryl Distearate is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
1323-83-7
Form
Liquid
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Reduces Static
Softens & Smooths
Smooths and softens skin
Reduces flyaways
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer combining polyethylene glycol with glycerin and stearic acid, developed in the 20th century. Created to provide emulsification and mild cleansing properties in cosmetic formulations.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR