50% PEG-75 Lanolin for Shampoo & Hair Care | Water Soluble

• PEG-75 Lanolin (INCI: PEG-75 Lanolin, CAS 8039-09-6 / 61790-81-6) is a nonionic surfactant produced by the reaction of anhydrous lanolin with 75 moles of ethylene oxide, belonging to the ethoxylated lanolin derivative family.
  
  
• It appears as a pale yellow to brown viscous liquid with 50% active matter content. It imparts water solubility to lanolin by grafting hydrophilic groups onto the lanolin structure.
  
  
• PEG-75 Lanolin combines the excellent emollient, conditioning and fat-restoring properties of lanolin with the water solubility, emulsifying and solubilizing functions of polyethylene glycol. It is widely used in both leave-on and rinse-off products including shampoos, conditioners, body washes, facial cleansers, creams, lotions, liquid foundations and lipsticks.
  
  
• As a direct source manufacturer, we supply high-quality PEG-75 lanolin products with guaranteed stable bulk supply capacity.
  
  

1. Direct Source Factory Supply

Backed by our in-house ethoxylation production line, we ensure stable fulfillment for large bulk orders and offer highly competitive ex-factory prices for premium PEG-75 lanolin.

2. Combined Lanolin Benefits & Water Solubility

Retains the excellent emollient, fat-restoring and conditioning properties of lanolin, while gaining water solubility via ethoxylation modification, overcoming the water-insoluble limitation of regular lanolin.

3. All-in-One Multifunctional Performance

Combines 6 core functions in one ingredient: conditioning, emollient, fat-restoring, emulsifying, solubilizing and wetting.

4. Liquid Formulation for Easy Processing

50% active liquid form, can be used directly without heating and melting, facilitating formulation operation and process control.

5. Excellent Compatibility

Nonionic property enables compatibility with anionic, cationic and nonionic surfactants.

6. Irritation Reduction

Effectively reduces the irritation of anionic surfactants to skin and hair.

1. Hair Care Products (Core Application)

PEG-75 Lanolin is an excellent conditioning and fat-restoring ingredient for hair care products:

Shampoo: Acts as a conditioning agent, forms a protective film on hair surface, delivers shine and reduces frizz, while reducing irritation from anionic surfactants

Conditioner & hair mask: Replenishes hair's natural lipids, repairs damaged hair, leaves hair soft and smooth

Cold wave perm & hair coloring products: Serves as wetting and conditioning agent

Recommended dosage: 0.5% – 5.0%

2. Skincare & Personal Care Products

Body wash / facial cleanser / hand wash: Acts as a fat-restoring conditioning agent, effectively moisturizes skin and prevents excessive skin defatting during cleansing

Creams / lotions / moisturizers: Serves as emollient and humectant, forms a protective film to prevent water evaporation and provides indirect moisturizing effect

Liquid foundation / lipstick / eyeshadow: Improves product texture, prevents ingredient separation, delivers hydrating and smooth feel

Toner / aftershave: Suitable for aqueous or hydroalcoholic lightweight formulations

3. Emulsifying & Solubilizing Systems

O/W (Oil-in-Water) emulsifier: Used in emulsification systems for creams and lotions

Solubilizer: Helps uniformly disperse poorly soluble substances such as fragrances, essential oils, plant extracts and preservatives in aqueous solutions

Rheology modifier: Increases viscosity of anionic surfactant-based washing products and improves consistency

4. Other Applications

Liquid / solid washing products: Serves as emollient and conditioning agent

Kitchen detergent / soap: Reduces irritation and improves user experience

Rinse-free hand sanitizer: Combines cleansing and emollient functions

Q1: What is PEG-75 Lanolin, and what is its standard CAS number?

A: PEG-75 Lanolin (INCI: PEG-75 Lanolin, CAS 8039-09-6 / 61790-81-6) is a nonionic ethoxylated lanolin derivative, produced by reacting anhydrous lanolin with 75 moles of ethylene oxide. The standard commercial grade contains 50% active matter, appearing as a pale yellow to brown viscous liquid with characteristic lanolin odor.

Q2: What is the core difference between PEG-75 Lanolin and regular anhydrous lanolin?

A: The core difference is water solubility:

Regular anhydrous lanolin: Oil soluble, insoluble in water, can only be used in oil phase formulations

PEG-75 Lanolin: Water soluble via ethoxylation modification, can be directly used in water-based formulations

PEG-75 Lanolin retains all the emollient, conditioning and fat-restoring benefits of natural lanolin, while adding emulsifying, solubilizing and wetting functions

Q3: What does "50% active matter" mean for PEG-75 Lanolin?

A: 50% active matter means the product contains 50% pure PEG-75 lanolin active ingredient and 50% water. This liquid form is designed for easy processing: it can be directly added to formulations without heating and melting, greatly simplifying production process and improving operational efficiency.

Q4: What is the recommended usage level of PEG-75 Lanolin in formulations?

A: The standard recommended dosage:

Hair care (shampoo, conditioner): 0.5% – 5.0%

Skincare (creams, lotions): 0.5% – 3.0%

Cleansing products (body wash, facial cleanser): 0.3% – 2.0%

Emulsifying & solubilizing systems: 0.5% – 5.0%

Toner & hydroalcoholic products: 0.1% – 1.0%

Q5: Is PEG-75 Lanolin ionic or nonionic? Is it compatible with all surfactants?

A: PEG-75 Lanolin is a nonionic surfactant, with excellent formulation compatibility: it is compatible with anionic, cationic and nonionic surfactants, and can be used in all types of surfactant systems without compatibility issues.

Q6: In which products and industries is PEG-75 Lanolin commonly applied?

A: PEG-75 Lanolin is widely used across personal care and household industries:

Hair care (core application): Shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, perm and coloring products

Skincare: Creams, lotions, body washes, facial cleansers, toners, aftershaves

Color cosmetics: Liquid foundations, lipsticks, eyeshadows

Household products: Soaps, detergents, rinse-free hand sanitizers

Industrial applications: O/W emulsifiers, solubilizers, rheology modifiers

Q7: What are the key quality specifications for premium 50% PEG-75 Lanolin?

A: High-quality cosmetic grade PEG-75 Lanolin meets the following core specifications:

Active matter content: 50.0%

pH value (10% solution): 6.0 – 7.5

Viscosity (20°C): 200 – 800 mPa·s

Ionic type: Nonionic

Solidification point: Approx. -5°C

Appearance: Pale yellow to brown viscous liquid

Q8: Is PEG-75 Lanolin water soluble?

A: Yes, PEG-75 Lanolin is fully water soluble. Unlike regular oil-soluble anhydrous lanolin, it can be directly dissolved in water to form clear or slightly cloudy solutions, making it suitable for all water-based formulations including shampoos, body washes, toners and other clear products.

Q9: What are the main benefits of PEG-75 Lanolin for hair and skin?

A: PEG-75 Lanolin delivers multiple benefits for hair and skin:

For hair: Forms a protective film on hair surface, reduces frizz, adds shine, repairs damaged hair, replenishes natural lipids

For skin: Provides emollient and moisturizing effect, prevents excessive defatting during cleansing, reduces skin irritation

For formulations: Acts as emulsifier, solubilizer, rheology modifier and wetting agent

Q10: Is PEG-75 Lanolin easy to use in formulation production?

A: Yes, 50% liquid PEG-75 Lanolin is very easy to process:

No heating required: Can be directly added to formulations at room temperature without melting

Easy to disperse: Fully water soluble, mixes quickly and uniformly

Wide pH adaptability: Stable across pH 4-9, suitable for most formulation systems

Excellent compatibility: Works with all types of surfactants and active ingredients

Q11: Does PEG-75 Lanolin reduce surfactant irritation?

A: Yes, PEG-75 Lanolin effectively reduces the irritation of anionic surfactants to skin and hair. It forms a mild protective layer on the skin and hair surface, mitigating the degreasing effect of strong anionic surfactants, making cleansing products milder and less drying.

Q12: What packaging and supply services do you provide?

A: As a direct source manufacturer with in-house ethoxylation production lines, we supply 50% active cosmetic grade PEG-75 Lanolin. Standard packaging options include 25kg plastic drums and 200kg iron drums, with customizable packaging available. We support stable bulk supply from lab samples to full container orders, and provide complete regulatory documentation including COA, MSDS/SDS and TDS for each batch.