Laneth-60
AKA “PEG-60 Lanolin, Polyethylene glycol 60 lanolin ether
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Laneth-60
AKA: PEG-60 Lanolin, Polyethylene glycol 60 lanolin ether
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Barrier Lipid
Synthetic
Clean
Laneth-60 gently cleanses and removes makeup while helping the formula blend smoothly and maintain the right texture.
Effective at 5.04%
CAS #
61791-20-6
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
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.
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Traditional Use
A synthetic lanolin derivative with high ethoxylation (60 units) developed in the mid-20th century. Used in cosmetics as a strongly hydrophilic surfactant and emulsifier for particular formulation needs.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Lanolin (Wool)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.08%
10.0%
0%14%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 3-8 | 0.3-4 | 0.1-10 | 0.08-2
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR