PPG-2 C9-11 Pareth-5
AKA “Polypropylene Glycol Pareth, PPG-2 C9-11 Pareth-5
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Ppg-2 c9-11 pareth-5
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol Pareth
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
PPG-2 C9-11 Pareth-5 is the polypropylene glycol ether a mixture of synthetic C9-11 ethoxylated fatty alcohols containing an average of 5 moles of ethylene oxide and 2 moles of propylene oxide.
CAS #
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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.
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Fights Acne
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic surfactant and emulsifier. Created to improve the texture and stability of cosmetic formulations without natural precedent.
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