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PPG-10-Ceteareth-20
AKA “Polypropylene Glycol Surfactant”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
PPG-10-Ceteareth-20
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol Surfactant
Synthetic · Surfactant - Emulsifying | Surfactant - Cleansing | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Not Clean
Alcohols, C16--18, ethoxylated, propoxylated (20 mol EO, 10 mol PO average molar ratio) Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Synthetic
Botanical. Derived from fatty alcohols (cetearyl alcohol) sourced from coconut or palm oil. Produced through ethoxylation and propoxylation reactions adding ethylene oxide and propylene oxide chains.
Function
Surfactant - Emulsifying | Surfactant - Cleansing | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed in the late 20th century combining propylene glycol polymers with ceteareth (a blend of cetyl and stearyl ethers). It was engineered to provide stable emulsification and conditioning properties in contemporary skincare and cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not an Irritant
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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