PEG-50 Distearate

PEG-50 Distearate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol Distearate, PEG-50 Stearic Acid Ester
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from stearic acid, a fatty acid commonly obtained from coconut, palm, or animal fats. Produced through ethoxylation, where polyethylene glycol chains are chemically attached to distearate molecules.
PEG-50 Distearate is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Form
Liquid
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.
Surfactant
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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 · 2014 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR