Get a Free 5ml Mini Now Free 5ml Mini With Every Order of The Mantle
Moumoujus

PEG-6 PPG-7 ETHYLHEXYL ETHER.

Valuable CAS 64366-70-7 / CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

PEG-6 PPG-7 ETHYLHEXYL ETHER is a multi-functional ingredient acting primarily as a surfactant and emulsifier, crucial for formulation stability and texture. It also provides mild humectant properties, contributing to a lightweight, non-occlusive skin feel while assisting in the optimal distribution and delivery of other active ingredients.

Summary

cleansing surfactant emulsifying solvent skin-conditioning humectant texture enhancer

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions as a surfactant, effectively reducing the surface tension of liquids to enable the thorough mixing of oil and water, essential for cleansing and emulsification processes. As an emulsifier and solvent, it ensures the consistent texture and stability of formulations, while also promoting the even dispersion and enhanced delivery of other components. Furthermore, its humectant properties offer mild skin conditioning, providing hydration with a lightweight and often volatile, non-occlusive finish.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Polyethylene glycols and their derivatives exhibit diverse viscosity and solubility profiles. This specific ingredient has a calculated average molecular weight of 803 Daltons, indicating it is typically liquid, similar to other PEGs with a mean molar mass up to 600 g/mol.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has deemed PEG-6 PPG-7 ETHYLHEXYL ETHER, among 131 alkyl PEG/PPG ethers, safe for use in current cosmetic practices and concentrations, provided formulations are nonirritating. The panel's assessment relied on data from analogous compounds. While a specific maximum concentration for this ingredient was not established, similar alkyl PEG/PPG ethers have been reported in use concentrations up to 7% in face and neck products, and up to 10% in hair grooming and fragrance preparations. The FDA has assigned it a Unique Ingredient Identifier (UNII): 2G8C4C17D3.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

PEG-6 PPG-7 ETHYLHEXYL ETHER is a valuable formulation enhancer, leveraging its surfactant and emulsifying properties to improve product texture and ingredient delivery, while offering mild, non-occlusive conditioning suitable for all skin types with a low irritancy risk.

Related

Similar Ingredients

Finding similar ingredients…