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Skin Conditioning

PPG-14 POLYGLYCERYL-2 ETHER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A polyether built from propylene glycol units and polyglycerin. Used as a mild humectant and emollient. Generally well-tolerated; main risks are mild irritation and PPG impurity considerations.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-conditioning humectant/emollient
  • Mild PPG-class chemistry
  • Compatible with many formulas

Known concerns

  • PPG ethers — possible mild irritation
  • Limited public toxicology specific data
  • Variable molecular weight grades

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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