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Emollient

PEG/PPG-27/14 DIMETHYL ETHER

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A medium-MW PEG/PPG dimethyl ether emollient that gives a watery, silky slip and helps emulsions stay stable. Topical safety is solid, but the dimethyl ether class is EU-flagged for atmospheric impact, which keeps it yellow.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Silky lightweight feel
  • Helps actives spread evenly
  • Improves emulsion stability

Known concerns

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

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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