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Surfactant

PEG/PPG-16/17 COPOLYMER

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A balanced PEG/PPG block copolymer (16 EO + 17 PO) used as a mild surfactant and solubiliser in body washes and shampoos. Standard CIR-reviewed family with mild profile and modest purity-related caveats.

Function

CLEANSINGSOLVENTSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant properties
  • Solubilises poorly water-soluble ingredients
  • Good lather characteristics
  • Skin-compatible at typical cosmetic concentrations

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible at non-pharmaceutical grade
  • Mild eye irritation potential in rinse-off

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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