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PPG-10 OLEYL ETHER.

Valuable CAS 52581-71-2 / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

PPG-10 Oleyl Ether is a versatile nonionic surfactant employed in skincare for its multi-functional properties. It effectively stabilizes emulsions, conditions both skin and hair, and serves as an excellent solubilizer for various actives and fragrances. Its ability to reduce surface tension aids in thorough cleansing and consistent product formulations.

Summary

emulsifying emulsion stabilizer wetting agent dispersing agent solubilizer skin conditioning hair conditioning surfactant/cleansing solvent humectant consistency enhancer binding agent softening agent fixative emollient film former

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions primarily as a nonionic surfactant, reducing the surface tension between immiscible liquids like oil and water, thereby enabling them to mix and form stable emulsions. On the skin, it acts as a conditioning agent, enhancing texture, and as a humectant to attract and retain moisture. Its solubilizing capacity helps integrate poorly soluble compounds into cosmetic formulations, potentially improving their dermal availability. It also contributes to film formation and overall product consistency.

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

PPG-10 Oleyl Ether exhibits stability across a wide pH range, tolerating both acidic and alkaline environments. However, it is susceptible to oxidation and requires protection from strong oxidizing agents. The stability of emulsions containing polyoxyethylene alkyl ethers can be compromised by the presence of strong electrolytes. Commercial forms often include antioxidants to prevent autoxidation and maintain acidity during storage.

Conflicts

  • strong acids
  • strong alkalis
  • strong oxidizing agents
  • strong reducing agents
  • strong electrolytes (in emulsions)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel deemed PPG-10 Oleyl Ether, as part of a larger group of alkyl PEG/PPG ethers, safe under current cosmetic practices and concentrations, provided formulations are non-irritating. While a specific maximum use concentration for this ingredient is not defined, related PPG Stearyl Ethers have been deemed safe at concentrations up to 25%, typically used between 2% and 10%. It is important to note that polyoxyethylene(10) oleyl ether, in its raw form, is classified by GHS as a skin irritant, underscoring the necessity of careful formulation to ensure product safety and minimize potential irritation.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

PPG-10 Oleyl Ether is a valuable multifunctional ingredient, enhancing formulation stability and ingredient delivery, particularly when precisely formulated to mitigate its raw form irritancy.

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