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Ingredient library / PEG-45
Humectant ingredient

PEG-45

A medium-to-high-chain polyethylene glycol (~45 ethylene oxide units, ~2000 Da) used as a humectant and solvent in skincare formulas.

Also known as: polyethylene glycol 2000

humectantsolvent

Benefits

  • ✓Attracts and retains moisture
  • ✓Improves product spreadability

No known watch-fors.

At a glance
CategoryHumectant
IrritancyLow
Beginner-friendlyYes
Pregnancy safeYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 0 products