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Surfactant

PEG-15 LANOLATE

CAS 68459-50-7
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A higher-ethoxylated lanolin-derived emulsifier. Performs well in creams but stacks lanolin sensitisation risk on top of standard PEG-purity caveats — middle of the yellow band.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsification of oil and water phases
  • Conditioning lanolin character
  • Emollient slip in creams

Known concerns

  • Higher PEG degree elevates dioxane/EO concern
  • Lanolin allergen risk
  • Heavy feel

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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