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Emollient

PEG/PPG-50/40 DIMETHYL ETHER

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A medium-molecular-weight PEG/PPG dimethyl ether emollient that gives a smooth, non-greasy slip. Generally well tolerated topically, but the dimethyl ether class is EU-flagged for atmospheric (ozone) impact, so it sits squarely in the "fine with regulatory caveats" zone.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight skin smoothing
  • Improves spreadability
  • Helps with emulsion stability

Known concerns

  • EU CosIng atmospheric/ozone flag
  • Possible 1,4-dioxane residue
  • Limited cosmetic-specific long-term data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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