PPG-2-Buteth-1
AKA “2-(1-butoxypropan-2-yloxy)ethanol, 2-((1-Butoxypropan-2-yl)oxy)ethan-1-ol
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
PPG-2-Buteth-1
AKA: 2-(1-butoxypropan-2-yloxy)ethanol, 2-((1-Butoxypropan-2-yl)oxy)ethan-1-ol
Synthetic · Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight conditioner that helps soften hair and smooth skin, leaving both feeling hydrated and touchable.
CAS #
9038-95-3, 9065-63-8
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from propylene glycol and butylene glycol, members of the glycol ether chemical family. Synthesized through ethoxylation and condensation reactions of these polyol precursors.
Function
Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic polyether developed for cosmetics in the late 20th century. Used as a humectant and conditioning agent in modern skincare 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 a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR