undefined 1
PEG-60
AKA “Polyethylene glycol 60, Polyethylene glycol, PEG 60”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
PEG-60
AKA: Polyethylene glycol 60, Polyethylene glycol, PEG 60
Synthetic · Humectant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Not Clean
A hydrating humectant that draws moisture into skin and helps dissolve other ingredients, keeping formulas smooth and effective.
CAS #
25322-68-3
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Moisturising
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Polyethylene glycol polymer developed in the early-to-mid 20th century. Used in cosmetics as a humectant, solvent, and carrier vehicle to improve product texture and hydration.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Final Report of the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel Amended Safety Assessment of Triethylene Glycol and Polyethylene glycols (PEGs)-4, -6, -7, -8, -9, -10, -12, -14, -16, -18, -20, -32, -33, -
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
→
Final Report of the Safety Assessment for PEG-75 Lanolin, PEG-20 Lanolin, PEG-27 Lanolin, PEG-30 Lanolin, PEG-40 Lanolin, PEG-50 Lanolin, PEG-60 Lanolin, and PEG-85 Lanolin (Amended by report in IJT 1
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
→
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of PEG (Polyethylene Glycol)-2, -4, -6, -8, -12, -20, -32, -75 and -150 Dilaurate; PEG-2, -4, -6, -8, -9, -10, -12, -14, -20, -32, -75, -150, and -200 Laurate; an
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
→
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Polyethylene Glycols (PEGs) -6, -8, -32, -75, -150, -14M, -20M
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
→
PEG-60
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Castor Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Castor Oil Isostearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Corn Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Evening Primrose Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Glyceryl Diisostearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Laurate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil PCA Isostearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Triisostearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Lanolin
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Passiflora Edulis Seed Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Passiflora Incarnata Seed Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Shea Butter Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Sorbitan Stearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Sorbitan Tetraoleate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Sorbitan Tetrastearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60 Tsubakiate Glycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PPG-40-PEG-60 Lanolin Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
PEG-60
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
PEG-60 Castor Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
PEG-60 Lanolin
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
PEG-60 Sorbitan Stearate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety assessment on polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives as used in cosmetic products.
Fruijtier-Pölloth C
Toxicology, 2005
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Safety Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) Compounds for Cosmetic Use.
Jang HJ, Shin CY, Kim KB
Toxicological research, 2015
→
Immediate Hypersensitivity to Polyethylene Glycols and Polysorbates: More Common Than We Have Recognized.
Stone CA Jr, Liu Y, Relling MV, Krantz MS, Pratt AL et al.
The journal of allergy and clinical immunology. In practice, 2019
→
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR