Snapshot
- Overview
- Helps toners stay clear while gently lifting oil and fragrance.
- Category
- Emulsifying, Cleansing
- Type
- Surfactant
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is an ethoxylated derivative of castor wax used in personal care as a nonionic surfactant. It solubilizes fragrances and oils and improves clarity in toners, micellar waters, and shampoos.
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Our take
Is PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil a Good Ingredient?
Rated Good as a widely used nonionic solubilizer and surfactant that creates clear solutions and disperses oils with minimal foaming. Its generally mild performance is a solid, if unremarkable, basis for the rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Promotes a transparent look while gently lifting oily impurities and fragrance residues. Aids in forming stable, clear solutions without heaviness.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used in cleansing waters, clear body washes, and aftershave splashes to keep formulas bright and uniformly mixed.
Before you use it
Safety
Usually well tolerated, but may cause transient eye irritation or dryness in some users, especially at higher concentrations. No standard regulatory restrictions for cosmetic use.
Products with PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
