murphyPEG-3 Glyceryl Distearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 3 Glyceryl Distearate, PEG 3 Glyceryl Distearate
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginTypically derived from vegetable oils such as coconut, palm, or soybean oils containing stearic acid. Synthesized through esterification of glycerin with stearic acid, followed by ethoxylation with polyethylene glycol.
PEG-3 Glyceryl Distearate is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
1323-83-7
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
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
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
CIR · report published 2022
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR