Poloxamer 217
AKA “Pluronic 217, Poloxamer 217”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Poloxamer 217
AKA: Pluronic 217
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane (52;35)
CAS #
9003-11-6
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Strengthens Barrier
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
Created as part of the poloxamer polymer family for cosmetics. Used to stabilize and emulsify oil-in-water formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR