PEG-60 Lanolin
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 60 lanolin, PEG 60 lanolin
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Lanolin (Wool)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Barrier Lipid
Clean
Lanolin, ethoxylated (60 mol EO average molar ratio)
Effective at 1.2%
CAS #
61790-81-6
Form
Liquid
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
Synthetic derivative combining PEG with lanolin, a natural emollient derived from sheep's wool that has been used in cosmetics since ancient times. The PEG modification was developed in the mid-20th century to improve water solubility.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.4%
2.0%
0%3%
Reported use
CIR reported use: 0.4-2
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR