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Ingredient Facts
Polypropylene terephthalate
AKA: PPT
Skin Conditioning · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Poly(oxy-1-methylethyleneoxy-1,4-phthaloyl)
CAS #
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Form
Powder
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic polyester developed in the mid-20th century, primarily used in packaging and industrial applications before adoption in cosmetic formulations for texture and stability purposes.