Science
Mechanism of Action
This ingredient actively conditions the skin by helping to soften and smooth its surface, enhancing overall tactile quality. Beyond its skin benefits, as a polypropylene glycol (PPG) derivative, it expertly dissolves other components and acts as a solvent, facilitating the creation of stable and aesthetically pleasing product textures.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Low confidenceN/A
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Stability
Derived from polypropylene glycols (PPGs), PPG-9 Laurate contributes to improved product stability and offers a broad range of viscosity and solubility benefits in cosmetic formulations.
Safety
Safety Profile
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not directly assessed PPG-9 LAURATE, citing insufficient data. However, a related compound, Propylene Glycol Laurate, was concluded as safe for use by the CIR in 1999. The broader class of fatty acids and their salts, including laurates, are generally considered safe in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Polypropylene glycols (PPGs) in general are known for their very good skin tolerance.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
PPG-9 Laurate is a valuable ingredient for its dual role as a skin conditioner and a versatile solvent/solubilizer, generally well-tolerated across various skin types despite lacking a direct CIR safety assessment.
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