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CAS NO:9004-99-3
EC NO:618-405-1
PEG-100 is a polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
PEG-100 functions as an effective emollient, emulsifier and surfactant.
PEG-100 is used in facial cleansers, creams and lotions, shampoos.
PEG-100 is classified as :
-Surfactant
Application/Recommended for:
-Creams, lotions & gels
-Decorative cosmetics/Make-up
-Eye contour
-Hair care (Shampoos, Conditioners & Styling)
-Perfumes & fragrances
PEG 100 is a soft waxy substance used in moisturizers, conditioners, shampoos, cleansers, and soap-free detergents. The 100 in PEG 100 refers to the number of ethylene oxide monomers present on the molecule.
PEG 100 is mainly utilized in your skincare products due to its emulsifying abilities. Emulsifiers help to mix oil and water-based ingredients so that they produce a smooth, stable texture. This emulsifying characteristic of PEG 100 also helps to lift oil and dirt from the skin so that it can be rinsed away, making it a staple addition to cleansers and body washes.
PEG 100 is used as an emollient and a moisturizer.
Emulsifier
PEG 100 is included in skincare and beauty products for a variety of reasons, ranging from making the skin softer to helping product formulations better keep their original consistency.
As an emollient, PEG 100 is included within skincare product formulations to give the skin a softer feel.
It achieves this through strengthening the skin’s moisture barrier by forming a thin fatty layer on the skin’s surface, which prevents moisture loss and increases overall hydration. This moisturizing effect increases the hydration of skin cells, which in turn makes the skin softer and boosts skin health.
Texture
Another use for PEG 100 has to do with its emulsification properties. Emulsifiers are valued in the skincare and personal care industries because of their ability to mix water and oils. Without this ability, the oils in many formulations would begin to separate from the water molecules, thus undermining product texture and consistency.
PEG 100 is also used to help to cleanse through mixing oil and dirt so that it can be rinsed away.
Surfactant
Lastly, PEG 100 can also act as a surfactant, when used in body and facial cleansers. Surfactants disrupt surface tension, helping to mix water and oil. This characteristic helps the ingredient cleanse the skin by mixing oil with water, lifting dirt trapped inside the skin’s oils, and rinsing it away from the skin.
PEG-100 is an ester of Polyethylene Glycol and stearic acid. The origin of this synthetic ingredient is therefore a plastic material.
PEG-100 is mainly used in cosmetics as an emulsifier, emollient and surfactant.
PEG-100 comes in the form of a soft white to beige colored solid. In addition to its cleaning abilities, it gives products a velvety texture.
Due to its polluting production by ethoxylation, PEGs and their derivatives are prohibited in organic products.
PEG-100s functions (INCI)
Surfactant: Reduces the surface tension of cosmetics and contributes to the even distribution of the product during use
A very common water-loving surfactant and emulsifier that helps to keep water and oil mixed nicely together.
PEG-100 is a multitasking, common ingredient that can be used as an emulsifier/cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
PEG-100s emollient properties may also be utilized to deliver a soft, moisturized feel to skin. In cleansing solutions, it helps contribute to the foamability of the formula. In general, PEG-100 is used to control and enhance the texture of various types of beauty products including body lotions and facial cleansers, as well as hair care products and makeup items.
PEG-100 is an ester of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. Stearic acid occurs naturally in many oils like palm and coconut oil. The number with PEG denotes the number of monomer units attached in the chain.
PEG-100 is a soft, waxy solid that is white to tan in color.
PEG-100 is used as an emollient, emulsifier, and surfactant in many cosmetic products. PEG is water-loving in nature and stearic acid is oil-loving. So, when they combine, they make a good surfactant or emulsifier. That’s the reason PEG-100 gives stability to the product and prevents the oil and water-based components of the product from getting separated. As a surfactant, it helps the dirt particles trapped on the skin with oil to get mixed with water, so that it gets away rinsed easily with water. When used on skin it forms a thin layer forming a barrier.
PEG-100 protects the skin from moisture loss and other external factors.
PEG-100 is also known to increase the water retention capacity of the skin and makes it softer and healthier.
PEG-100 also conditions hair and makes them appear soft and silky.
PEG-100 is used in formulations of creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, bath products, cleansers, and other skin and hair care products.
Is a stabilizer and emulsifier for creams and lotions.
PEG-100 is also a cleansing agent and surfactant utilized in skin care products, some hair preparations, toiletries, and some perfumes.
Chemical Properties
Waxy, light-tan solid; nearly odorless. Congealing range 39–45C. Soluble in water, alcohol, ether, and acetone; insoluble in mineral and vegetable oils.
Uses
PEG-100 is a mixture of polyethylene glycol esters.
PEG-100 is compatible with lipophilic compounds due to a higher free fatty acid content. Suggested applications: cosmetic formulations, lubricants.
Uses
PEG-100 is a high molecular weight, high HLB surface active agent suggested for use in cosmetic formulations (emulsifier, viscosity modifier) and in lubricants (emulsifier).
Uses
PEG-100 is a multifunctional surface active agent suggested for use in cosmetic formulations, household products, lubricants, textile chemicals, polishes and paper.
Uses
PEG-100 is listed as particularly applicable for hand and body lotions and creams.
Uses
PEG-100 is an emulsifier.
Uses
PEG-100 is an emulsifier and antifoaming agent used in processed foods, fruit jellies, and sauces.
Definition
PEG-100 is a mixture of the monoand diesters of stearic acid and mixed polyoxyethylene diols having an average polymer length of 7.5 oxyethylene units.
General Description
PEG-100 is a neutral surfactant.
IUPAC names
PEG 8 STEARATE
PEG monostearat
PEG-2 Stearate
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .α.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.ω.-hydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-h ydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (50 mol EO average molar ratio)
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy-Polyethylene glycol monostearate
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-(1-oxooctadecyl)-ω-hydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),.alpha-(1-oxooctadecyl)-omega-hydroxy-
Polyethylene Glycol Monostearate
Polyethylene glycol monostearate
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL STEARATE
polyethylene glycol stearate
Polyoxyethylene stearate
Polypropylene Glycol & Fatty Acid Esters
SYNONYMS:
s541
s1004
s1012
s1054
s1116
C18E8
magi45
myrj49
myrj51
lactine
nonex28
nonex29
nonex53
nonex54
nonex63
pmsno.1
pmsno.2
MYRJ 58
MYRJ 59
MYRJ 45
x-489-r
polyoxyl
stearox6
usafke-9
lipal15s
PEG264MS
PEG(6)MS.
lamacitca
cithrolps
clearateg
usafke-12
usafke-14
polystate
soromin-sg
cremophora
emanon3199
emcolh35-a
MYRJ(R) 53
MYRJ(TM) 45
MYRJ(TM) 53
MYRJ(TM) 59
cithrol10ms
kesscox-211
pegosperses9
ionetms-1000
ethofat60/25
akyporoxs100
empilancp-100
empilancq-100
peg-8stearate
slovasolmks16
trydetsaseries
PEG-5 STEARATE
PEG-7 STEARATE
peg-12stearate
peg-40stearate
emulphorvt-650
EmulsifierT-60
arosurf1855e40
perphinol45/100
nissannonions15
PEG-10 STEARATE
PEG-18 STEARATE
PEG-23 STEARATE
PEG-25 STEARATE
PEG-30 STEARATE
PEG-32 STEARATE
PEG-35 STEARATE
PEG-36 STEARATE
PEG-45 STEARATE
PEG-50 STEARATE
PEG-55 STEARATE
PEG-75 STEARATE
PEG-90 STEARATE
PEG-100 STEARATE
PEG-120 STEARATE
PEG-150 STEARATE
