PEG-100 Hydrogenated castor oil

PEG-100 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, also known as Tetradecyl D-Glucopyranoside, is an ingredient that is routinely used in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. This chemical complex is produced from hydrogenated castor oil that is processed through polyethoxylation, a process whereby the molecule is made larger by the addition of ethoxy groups (groups made up of a pair of oxygen and carbon atoms). The product of this process is a mixture of various compounds, including PEG-100 Hydrogenated Castor Oil.

PEG-100 Hydrogenated Castor Oil has a wide range of uses in skin and body care products, including creams, lotions, makeup, shampoos, eye creams and other products designed to moisturize skin and hair. Its emulsifying properties, which means it can combine oil and water components into a stable mixture, make it a valuable ingredient in the manufacture of these products. It also has the ability to form a protective layer on the surface of the skin, which prevents moisture loss and thus helps to keep it moisturized. PEG-100 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is also a component of some pharmaceutical products such as ointments for burns and eczema or various dermatological products.