PEG/PPG-20/9 COPOLYMER

emollient emulsifying viscosity controlling

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates by bridging oil and water phases due to its amphiphilic structure, which incorporates both hydrophilic polyethylene glycol (PEG) and hydrophobic polypropylene glycol (PPG) units. This dual nature allows it to effectively stabilize emulsions, preventing phase separation, while also precisely modulating the viscosity and tactile qualities of a product.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence

Effective range N/A

Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility

Both

Optimal pH N/A

0 7 14

Stability

The stability and performance characteristics of PEG/PPG copolymers are highly influenced by the specific ratio of PEG to PPG units, which can impact crucial properties such as micellisation and gelation temperatures, necessitating careful formulation considerations.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status

Insufficient data

Sensitization risk Low

While the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Panel currently reports insufficient data to assign a specific 'safe as used' concentration for PEG/PPG-20/9 COPOLYMER, general cosmetic product safety assessments for formulations containing this and similar PEG/PPG copolymers indicate minimal skin irritation under normal use. However, a small percentage of sensitive individuals may experience slight irritation to the skin or eyes.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal

Yes Dry

Yes Oily

Yes Sensitive

Irritancy Low

Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

PEG/PPG-20/9 COPOLYMER is a valuable multi-functional ingredient lauded for its low irritancy and ability to stabilize emulsions and refine product texture across all skin types, despite an 'insufficient data' CIR status.

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References

Sources

PEG/PPG-20/9 COPOLYMER.

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