murphyPEG-60 Tsubakiate Glycerides
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: PEG-60 Camellia Oil Glycerides
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginCamellia japonica is native to East Asia and belongs to the Theaceae family. Cold-pressed from camellia seeds to obtain the base oil. Glycerides are then chemically modified through ethoxylation, adding polyethylene glycol chains for emulsifying properties.
Mono- and diglycerides, Camellia japonica seed oil, ethoxylated (60 mol EO average molar ratio)
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
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.
Removes Impurities
Emulsifier
Removes dirt and impurities
Mixes oil and water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️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
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