Hair Conditioning
PPG-90 BUTYL ETHER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A polypropylene glycol ether with about 90 PO units — a high-MW conditioning polymer used in hair care for smooth, non-greasy slip. Size keeps it from penetrating skin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hair conditioning
- Smooth, non-greasy slip
- Negligible skin penetration
- System compatibility
Known concerns
- Limited public toxicology
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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