PPG-30 Lanolin Alcohol Ether
AKA “Polypropylene Glycol-30 Lanolin Alcohol Ether, Wool-derived Emollient”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Ppg-30 lanolin alcohol ether
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol-30 Lanolin Alcohol Ether, Wool-derived Emollient
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Barrier Lipid
Synthetic
Clean
A lanolin-derived conditioning agent that softens and smooths both hair and skin while helping other ingredients blend seamlessly together.
CAS #
68439-53-2
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Hybrid synthetic ingredient combining traditional lanolin (wool fat) with propylene glycol polymers, developed in the late 20th century for enhanced emollient and conditioning properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR