Very Disliked
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Oil
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
May feed Fungal Acne
Non-fungal acne-safe products contain ingredients that can worsen fungal acne. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil comes from hydrogenated castor oil. It is a solubilizer and emulsifier.
As a solubilizer, it helps dissolve ingredients into a water-based version. It is also an emulsifer. Emulsifier help prevent oils and water from separating. Both these properties help create evenly-spread and uniform products.
Basically, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil helps hold ingredients together.
See all 2,154 products with PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Users who like it
9%
Users who avoid it
91%
What it does
Emulsifying
The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Surfactant
When added to liquid, surfactants may act as detergents, wetting agents, emulsifiers, foaming agents, and dispersants
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
1.7%
Top categories
Masks
Treatments
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
77219
INCI Name
PEG-60 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL
EC #
 -
All Functions
Emulsifying, Surfactant
