PEG-3 Sorbitan Tristearate

AKA: Sorbitan Tristearate Ethoxylate, Polysorbate 65

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Not Clean

Sorbitan, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs. trioctadecanoates, (3 mol EO average molar ratio)

CAS #

9005-65-6

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

Traditional Use

A synthetic compound combining polyethylene glycol, sorbitan, and stearic acid, developed for cosmetic emulsification. Formulated to create stable emulsions with a non-greasy feel.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

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CIR Safety Findings

Not a Sensitizer

medical-approval

all-shades-safe

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR