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Emollient

PEG/PPG-22/40 DIMETHYL ETHER

Updated
74

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG/PPG dimethyl ether with a higher PO ratio, giving a slightly richer skin feel. Topically well tolerated but stays in yellow because of the EU CosIng atmospheric-impact flag for the broader dimethyl ether family.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth skin feel
  • Helps emulsion stability
  • Improves product spread

Known concerns

  • EU CosIng atmospheric/ozone flag
  • Possible 1,4-dioxane residue
  • Sparse molecule-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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