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Emollient

PPG-12-PEG-50 LANOLIN

CAS 68458-88-8 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG/PPG-modified lanolin that is water-dispersible. Brings lanolin emolliency to surfactant systems; lanolin-allergy users should avoid.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Water-soluble lanolin derivative
  • Emollient and conditioning
  • Improved compatibility with surfactants

Known concerns

  • Lanolin allergy potential
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
  • Animal-origin (sheep wool)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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