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Emollient

PROPYLENE GLYCOL MYRISTYL ETHER

CAS 63793-60-2 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A non-ethoxylated emollient ether of propylene glycol and myristyl (C14) alcohol. Provides a light, non-greasy skin feel without the dioxane purity concerns of PEG ethers; broadly well tolerated.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Light, non-greasy emollient feel
  • Boosts spreadability of creams and lotions
  • Compatible with a wide range of oils and esters

Known concerns

  • Propylene glycol moiety can rarely cause contact dermatitis
  • Higher use levels may transiently disrupt skin barrier
  • Limited dedicated CIR coverage for the specific compound

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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