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Emollient

PPG-11 STEARYL ETHER

CAS 25231-21-4
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PPG-modified stearyl alcohol ether used as a light, conditioning emollient. Generally well tolerated; cleaner than PEG analogs (no dioxane), with no GHS flags.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Emollient and skin-conditioning
  • Improves spreadability
  • Light, non-greasy feel

Known concerns

  • PPG (propoxylation) trace impurities possible
  • Limited long-term human data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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