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Humectant

PPG-25 METHYL GLUCOSE ETHER

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A glucose-derived polyether used as a humectant and conditioning agent. Mild and water-soluble; the PPG-25 grade is well tolerated at cosmetic levels.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Humectant and skin-conditioning
  • Improves slip and softness
  • Sugar-derived non-ionic

Known concerns

  • PPG ethers can carry trace impurities at high grades
  • Mild eye irritation possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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