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Surfactant

PPG-3 HYDROXYETHYL SOYAMIDE

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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 soy fatty acid amide modified with three propylene-oxide units, used as a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. Vegetable-derived and well-tolerated; PPG quality controls residual reactive impurities.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Soy-derived emulsifier
  • Mild surfactant
  • Renewable feedstock

Known concerns

  • PPG-class purity (residual propylene oxide)
  • Soy allergen-class consideration
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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