murphyPEG-6 Almond Glycerides
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 6 Almond Glycerides, PEG-6 Sweet Almond Oil Glycerides
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from almond oil triglycerides, this ingredient belongs to the polyethylene glycol ester chemical family. Synthesized through esterification of almond oil glycerides with polyethylene glycol chains.
Mono- and diglycerides, almond oil, ethoxylated (6 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
226993-90-4
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2020
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR