murphyPEG-50 Sorbitol Hexaoleate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 50 Sorbitol Hexaoleate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from sorbitol and oleic acid, members of the polyethylene glycol (PEG) chemical family. Synthesized through ethoxylation and esterification of sorbitol with oleic acid and polyethylene glycol.
PEG-50 Sorbitol Hexaoleate 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-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR