Poloxamer 282
AKA “Pluronic 282, Poloxamer 282”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Poloxamer 282
AKA: Pluronic 282
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane (10;47)
CAS #
9003-11-6
Form
Powder
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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
A synthetic block copolymer created in the mid-20th century as a surfactant and emulsifying agent. Employed in cosmetics and skincare products to stabilize formulations and improve ingredient solubility, with no pre-modern applications.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR