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PPG-20-GLYCERETH-30.

Valuable CAS 51258-15-2 / SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

PPG-20-GLYCERETH-30 serves as a dual-purpose ingredient, primarily functioning as an emulsifier to stabilize complex formulations by uniformly dispersing immiscible liquids. Additionally, it offers benefits as a skin conditioning agent, contributing to improved skin feel.

Summary

emulsifying skin conditioning

Science

Mechanism of Action

Operating as a surface-active substance, PPG-20-GLYCERETH-30 effectively lowers interfacial tension, thereby enabling the stable emulsification of oil and water phases in a cosmetic product. Its conditioning action is believed to enhance the skin's surface properties, leading to a smoother appearance.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data 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

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has assessed Polypropylene Glycols, specifically those with 3 or more propylene glycol units (including PPG-20), as safe for use in cosmetic formulations, provided the final product is formulated to be nonirritating.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

PPG-20-GLYCERETH-30 is a valuable ingredient for achieving stable cosmetic emulsions and providing skin conditioning benefits, with a favorable safety profile under appropriate formulation.

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