Emollient
PROPYLENE GLYCOL MYRISTYL ETHER ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A glycol-fatty-ether acetate used as a dry-touch emollient and active solvent. No GHS hazard listing; class-typical low irritation but may degrease at high use.
Function
Skin benefits
- Light dry-touch emollient
- Solvent for actives
- Skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Limited independent dossier
- Possible defat at high levels
- Class-typical mild penetration enhancer
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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