PEG-100
What PEG-100 is & what it does
PEG-100 is a polyethylene glycol of average molecular size around 100 units, used in cosmetics as a humectant and solvent. In creams and sunscreens it helps attract water, dissolve other ingredients, and adjust the texture of the formula. PEG compounds are water-soluble and widely used to fine-tune feel and consistency.
What does PEG-100 do in skincare?
PEG-100 is a polyethylene glycol used as a humectant and solvent. In creams and sunscreens it helps attract water, dissolve other ingredients, and adjust the texture and feel of the formula.
Is PEG-100 safe?
PEG ingredients like PEG-100 are widely used in cosmetics and are generally considered safe at the levels used in finished products. Reputable suppliers control them for purity. This is general information and not medical advice.
Is PEG-100 natural or synthetic?
PEG-100 is a synthetic ingredient produced by polymerizing ethylene oxide into water-soluble chains. It is made in the lab to a consistent size and purity.
Sunscreens with PEG-100
We rate 9 sunscreens that contain it:
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Vichy Liftactiv B3 Anti-dark Spots SPF 50
83/100
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Felice UV Protector SPF 30
81/100
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Clinique Superdefense Age Defense Eye Cream Broad Spectrum Spf 20
80/100
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Dermaquest Youth Protection Spf 30
75/100
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Zo skin health
ZO® SKIN HEALTH Oclipse® Smart Tone Spf 50
68/100
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Sugar Pop BB Cream SPF 30
60/100
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Bubble farm Daily Sunshield SPF 50
58/100
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Essentium Phygen Evver Uv Guard Spf 50 Pa+++ With Avocado Oil + Vita E + Aloevera Sunscreen
55/100
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skin cafe Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa+++
49/100