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PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

What PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is & what it does

A mild solubilizer used to dissolve fragrance and oils into water phases and stabilize emulsions. It keeps formulas uniform and clear.

What does PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil do in skincare?

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is used as an emulsifier and solubilizer in cosmetic formulas. It helps dissolve oils, fragrances, and other oil-based ingredients into water-based products, keeping the formula clear and stable. You will often find it in lotions, cleansers, and sunscreens that need oil and water to stay mixed.

Is PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil safe?

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is widely used in cosmetics and is generally considered well-tolerated at the levels found in finished products. As with any ingredient, some people with very sensitive skin may react, and patch testing a new product is reasonable. If you have specific concerns, it is best to consult a healthcare professional.

Is PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil natural or synthetic?

It is best described as semi-synthetic. The starting material comes from castor oil, a plant-derived oil, which is then chemically processed and reacted with polyethylene glycol (PEG). The result is a synthetic derivative rather than a purely natural ingredient.

Sunscreens with PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

We rate 27 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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