Polyglyceryl-2 Lanolin Alcohol Ether

Polyglyceryl-2 Lanolin Alcohol Ether

AKA “Polyglyceryl-2 Lanolin Alcohol Ether”

Surfactant

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Ingredient Facts

Polyglyceryl-2 lanolin alcohol ether

Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Barrier Lipid

Not Clean

1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, ethers with lanolin alcohols (1:1) (2 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

CAS #

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Form

Liquid

State

Liquid

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Functions

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Emulsifier

Antioxidant Protection

UV Protection

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

Developed as a modern emulsifier derived from lanolin (sheep's wool wax), which has been used historically as a skin softener and moisturizer for centuries. The polyglycerin modification was created to improve stability and performance in contemporary cosmetic formulations.