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Surfactant

PEG/PPG-8/2 PROPYLHEPTYL ETHER

Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG/PPG ether of propylheptyl alcohol — a mild non-ionic surfactant used as a solubilizer. Generally well tolerated; standard PEG-class dioxane caveat applies.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Solubilizer for oils and fragrances
  • Low-irritation profile

Known concerns

  • PEG-class residual 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Limited published cosmetic safety data for this exact molecule
  • Synthetic polymer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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