Polymer humectant
PPG-34
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polypropylene glycol grade used as a solvent and humectant in lotions and hair care. Provides good slip and stability, with a long use history and a mild profile in finished cosmetics.
Skin benefits
- Polypropylene glycol used as solvent and humectant
- Improves spreadability and skin feel in lotions
- Stable across a broad pH range
- Low sensitization rate
Known concerns
- Synthetic polymer not preferred in clean-beauty positioning
- Manufacturing impurities such as residual propylene oxide should be controlled
- Limited consumer-facing transparency on grade
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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