Oleth-82
AKA “Oleyl Ethoxylate 82, Oleth 82, Polyethylene Glycol Monooleyl Ether”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Oleth-82
AKA: Oleyl Ethoxylate 82, Oleth 82, Polyethylene Glycol Monooleyl Ether
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 3
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Not Clean
A gentle cleanser that helps remove dirt and oil while keeping skin soft and balanced.
Effective at 9.03%
CAS #
9004-98-2
Form
Liquid
See origin →
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.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic polyethylene glycol ether derivative of oleic acid. Used in cosmetics as a surfactant and emulsifier with no significant traditional use history.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
3
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.06%
18.0%
0%25%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.1-18 | 0.3-10 | 1-4 | 0.06-10
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR