Skin Conditioning
PROPYLENE GLYCOL ISOCETETH-3 ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An acetate ester of propylene-glycol-anchored isoceteth-3 used as a light-feel skin-conditioning emollient. The branched isocetyl chain plus low EO and acetate cap give a non-greasy, spreadable feel typical of modern PG esters.
Function
Skin benefits
- Light-feel emollient ester
- Provides skin conditioning without greasiness
- Good spreadability and stability
Known concerns
- Ethoxylated material — controlled 1,4-dioxane grade required
- Limited public CIR review for this exact INCI
- Propylene glycol portion is a rare contact allergen
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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