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Surfactant

PPG-2-PEG-11 HYDROGENATED LAURYL ALCOHOL ETHER

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A mild nonionic surfactant and emulsifier — helps oils and water mix and lifts away grime gently. Used at low percent in cleansers and lotions; pharma-grade purification keeps it on the safer end of PEG chemistry.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild nonionic emulsifier and co-surfactant
  • Solubilizes oils and fragrances in aqueous bases
  • Hydrogenated chain reduces oxidation byproducts

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible if PEG portion not stripped
  • Mostly a processing aid — limited direct skin benefit

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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