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PEG-47 POLY(1,2-BUTANEDIOL)-66 PROPYLENE GLYCOL

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A specialty block copolymer of ethylene oxide, 1,2-butylene oxide and propylene glycol — used as a viscosity and texture modifier. Behaves like a non-irritating polymeric thickener.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Viscosity control
  • Pleasant texture
  • Stable in formulations
  • Polymer-style mildness

Known concerns

  • Trace dioxane theoretical
  • Limited public toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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