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Emollient

PPG-6 CASTORATE

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A castor-oil ester linked to short-chain polypropylene glycol — gives lip and pigment products glossy, conditioning slip. Generally safe; thinner published data than canonical PEG/PPG esters.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight castor-derived emollient
  • Improves spreadability of pigments
  • Adds slip and gloss in lip products

Known concerns

  • Possible PPG residues — purity-grade dependent
  • Heavy oily feel at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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