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Emollient

PPG-20 LANOLIN ALCOHOL ETHER

CAS 68439-53-2 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A higher-degree propoxylated lanolin alcohol — a thick emollient and emulsifier used in cream bases. Generally tolerated, but lanolin can occasionally trigger allergy in sensitised users.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsifying emollient for cream bases
  • Improves slip and spreadability
  • Conditions skin and hair
  • Reduces tackiness in formulations

Known concerns

  • Lanolin allergy possible in sensitised individuals
  • High-PO oligomer mixture poorly characterised toxicologically
  • Pesticide residues theoretically possible if source material is poorly controlled

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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