PEG-150
Explained
This is an ester made from stearic acid and polyethylene glycol. It is used as a humectant and solvent.
See all 110 products with PEG-150
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
Treatments
Moisturizers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
77712
INCI Name
PEG-150
INN Name
macrogol 6000
All Functions
Binding, Humectant, Solvent