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Surfactant

PPG-2-LAURETH-5

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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 short-EO lauryl ether (2 PPG, 5 EO) functioning as a mild non-ionic surfactant. Standard laureth class with mild defatting and dioxane control caveats; mid-yellow placement.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Stabilises o/w emulsions
  • Compatible with anionic surfactants

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Lauryl base — mildly defatting
  • Mild eye irritation at high use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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