PEG-2 Laurate

PEG-2 Laurate

AKA “Diethylene glycol monolaurate, Glaurin, 2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl dodecanoate, Diethylene glycol laurate, Dodecanoic acid, 2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl ester, 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)ethyl laurate, UNII-XBL949IG2F”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Peg-2 laurate

AKA: Diethylene glycol monolaurate, Glaurin, 2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl dodecanoate, Diethylene glycol laurate, Dodecanoic acid, 2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl ester, 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)ethyl laurate, UNII-XBL949IG2F

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Synthetic

Clean

Helps blend oil and water together so the product spreads smoothly and feels luxurious on skin without leaving a greasy residue.

Formula

C16H32O4

Mol. Weight

288.42

CAS #

141-20-8

Form

Liquid

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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.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifier

Reduces Inflammation

Wound Healing

Fights Bacteria

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

A synthetic ester created in the mid-20th century combining polyethylene glycol with lauric acid. Developed as a mild surfactant and emollient replacing traditional soap-based cleansers.