PEG-4-PPG-7 C13/C15 Alcohol
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol Polypropylene Glycol C13/C15 Alcohol”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-4-ppg-7 c13/c15 alcohol
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol Polypropylene Glycol C13/C15 Alcohol
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
Alcohols, C13-15, ethoxylated, propoxylated (4 mol EO, 7 mol PO average molar ratios)
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer emulsifier developed in the late 20th century combining polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol with synthetic fatty alcohols. Created to replace traditional soap-based emulsifiers and improve product stability and feel.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR