murphyPEG-60 Shea Butter Glycerides
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 60 Shea Butter Glycerides, PEG-60 Shea Glycerides
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
OriginDerived from shea butter, the fat extracted from nuts of the African shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). Created through polyethylene glycol esterification of shea butter glycerides to form a surfactant compound.
Glycerides, shea butter, ethoxylated (60 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
226993-83-5
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Shea)
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
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
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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