PEG-12

Explained

PEG-12 is a small to medium polyethylene glycol. It has humectant and solvent properties.

This ingredient is water-soluble.

See all 80 products with PEG-12

What it does

Humectant A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Solvent Capable of dissolving another substance.

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 77463
INCI Name PEG-12
All Functions Humectant, Solvent