PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
AKA “Polypropylene Glycol Surfactant
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol Surfactant
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
Polyoxyethylene (24) Polyoxypropylene (13) Decyltetradecyl Ether
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.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier and surfactant developed for cosmetics formulation. No traditional or historical application exists for this ingredient.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
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