PEG-90M

AKA: Polyethylene glycol 90M, PEG 90M

Synthetic

Emulsifier

Clean

OriginDerived from ethylene oxide, a petrochemical compound synthesized from crude oil or natural gas. Produced through polymerization of ethylene oxide monomers, followed by selective molecular weight control to achieve the 90M specification.

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy- (90,000 mol EO average molar ratio)

CAS #

25322-68-3

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Binding

Emulsion Stabilising

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Viscosity Controlling

Holds Formula Together

Stabilizes Emulsion

Controls Viscosity

Holds ingredients together

Keeps product blended

Controls product thickness

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

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EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

Credo Beauty Whole Foods Premium Body Care Beauty Heroes MADE SAFE EWG VERIFIED

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR