Emulsifier

PEG-75 Lanolin

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

Exfoliants ingredient

At a glance

May feed Fungal Acne

Things to be aware of

May cause Acne

What Is PEG-75 Lanolin?

PEG-75 Lanolin is a cosmetic ingredient. It is grouped in the Exfoliants category on this site.

There is limited independent published research on its topical use, so this entry describes what the ingredient is rather than making specific performance claims.

How widely it's used

0.1%
of skincare products contain this ingredient — placing it in the top 25% of most-used ingredients.
Most common in: Cleansers Moisturisers

Regulatory information

Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.

Show identifiers
INCI Name
PEG-75 LANOLIN
Function
Emollient, Emulsifying, Surfactant

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