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Skin Conditioning

PROPYLENE GLYCOL CETETH-3 ACETATE

CAS 93385-03-6
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A propylene glycol/ceteth ester used as a skin-feel modifier and mild solubilizer. No GHS hazards reported; PEG-related dioxane traces are the main consideration for ethoxylated cosmetic ingredients.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-feel modifier in lotions
  • Mild surfactant action
  • Solubilizing aid

Known concerns

  • PEG-ethoxylated chemistry — potential 1,4-dioxane trace
  • Limited public safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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