Emollient
PROPYLENE GLYCOL CETETH-3 PROPIONATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A propionate ester of propylene-glycol-anchored ceteth-3, used as a light, non-greasy emollient. Combines PG-fatty-alcohol ether chemistry with a propionate end-cap to give a pleasant skin feel in creams and lotions.
Function
Skin benefits
- Light-feel emollient ester
- Provides skin conditioning without greasiness
- Good spreadability in creams and lotions
Known concerns
- Ethoxylated material — controlled 1,4-dioxane grade required
- Limited public CIR review for this exact INCI
- Propylene glycol portion can rarely cause contact reactions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related emollients
Same plant / compound family
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