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Emollient

PROPYLENE GLYCOL MYRISTATE

CAS 29059-24-3 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A propylene glycol myristic-acid ester used as an emollient and mild emulsifier. CIR has assessed the PG-ester family as safe at present use levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Skin conditioning emollient
  • Surfactant-emulsifying support in formulas
  • CIR-assessed safe
  • Light, non-greasy skin feel

Known concerns

  • Mildly comedogenic on very acne-prone skin
  • Rare contact sensitivity possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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