murphySoybean Oil PEG-20 Esters
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: PEG-20 soybean glycerides, Polyethylene glycol soybean esters
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginNative to East Asia. Derived from soybean oil, a legume native to East Asia, combined with polyethylene glycol (PEG-20). Created through transesterification, chemically bonding soybean oil with PEG-20 molecules to form an emulsifying compound.
Soybean Oil PEG-20 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil with PEG-20
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Bean
CAS #
-
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
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.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
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 2014
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR