Surfactant
PEG/PPG-8/2 PROPYLHEPTYL ETHER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
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
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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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