PPG-10-Ceteareth-20
AKA “Polypropylene Glycol Surfactant
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
PPG-10-Ceteareth-20
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol Surfactant
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Alcohols, C16--18, ethoxylated, propoxylated (20 mol EO, 10 mol PO average molar ratio)
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
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
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 Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR