Surfactant
PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
A hydrophilic PEG-modified version of a glucose-based emulsifier for stable O/W creams, lotions, and SPF. The component helps the formula spread easily and retain the oil phase.
PEG emulsifierglucose esterO/WSPF texture
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
This is an ethoxylated derivative of Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate. The PEG chain increases water affinity and helps stabilize emulsions with various emollients and filters.
Creams, lotions, SPF, tonal emulsions, and light moisturizers.
Key Benefits
Reliably emulsifies.
Helps retain oils, emollients, and some UV filters in a stable aqueous system.
Improves distribution.
Makes cream or SPF more even and easier to apply.
Works across a wide range of textures.
Suitable from light lotions to richer creams.
Suitable for
Main Actions
PEG in the name is not an automatic negative.
Safety depends on the purity of the cosmetic raw material and the finished formula. PEG emulsifiers are valued for their predictable stability and effectiveness.
CategorySurfactants
Frequently Asked Questions
What does PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate do for skin?
Creams, lotions, SPF, tonal emulsions, and light moisturizers.
Who should use PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate?
PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate is suitable for: creams, lotions, SPF, tonal emulsions.
Are there any warnings about PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate?
Safety depends on the purity of the cosmetic raw material and the finished formula. PEG emulsifiers are valued for their predictable stability and effectiveness.
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