PEG-6 Dilaurate

PEG-6 Dilaurate

AKA “Glycol dilaurate, Ethylene dilaurate, Lauric acid, ethylene ester, Ethylene glycol didodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid, 2-ethanediyl ester, NSC-406565”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Peg-6 dilaurate

AKA: Glycol dilaurate, Ethylene dilaurate, Lauric acid, Ethylene ester, Ethylene glycol didodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid, 2-ethanediyl ester, NSC-406565

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle cleanser that helps blend oil and water together, keeping your product smooth and stable while it cleanses.

Formula

C26H50O4

Mol. Weight

426.70

CAS #

9005-02-1

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.

Viscosity Controlling

Surfactant Emulsifying

Moisturizing

Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day

Strengthens Barrier

Mixes oil and water

Traditional Use

A modern synthetic emulsifier combining PEG with lauric acid (from coconut oil). Developed in the mid-20th century to create more stable and elegant cosmetic formulations than traditional plant-based emulsifiers.