PEG-12 Palm Kernel Glycerides
AKA “PEG-12 palm kernel oil glycerides”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Peg-12 palm kernel glycerides
AKA: PEG-12 palm kernel oil glycerides
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Plant-derived emulsifier from palm kernel that helps blend oil and water-based ingredients together, creating a smooth, unified texture in formulas.
CAS #
124046-52-2
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century by polyethylene glycol (PEG) conjugation with palm kernel oil-derived glycerides. Created to improve emulsion stability and texture in cosmetics without traditional precedent.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR