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Surfactant

PROPYLENE GLYCOL ISODECETH-4

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethoxylated propylene glycol surfactant used to blend oils and water in cleansers. Generally well tolerated; main caveat is purity since unpurified PEG-type ingredients can carry trace 1,4-dioxane.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Surfactant and solubilizer in cleansers
  • Helps blend oil and water phases
  • Improves rinsability

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated PEG-type with potential 1,4-dioxane traces if not purified
  • Mild eye/skin irritation possible at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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