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Emollient

PPG-15 STEARYL ETHER

CAS 25231-21-4 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A polypropylene-glycol ether of stearyl alcohol used as a light emollient. Generally well-tolerated. Like other PPGs, only as clean as its purification grade.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient and skin conditioner
  • Improves spreadability
  • Carrier for active ingredients
  • Dry, silky skin feel

Known concerns

  • Polyether; potential trace 1,4-dioxane depending on grade
  • May feel filmy on skin
  • Not biodegradable like natural emollients

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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