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Ingredient Facts
PPG-2-Deceth-8
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol 2 Deceth 8
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
PPG-2-Deceth-8 is the polyoxypropylene, polyoxyethylene ether of decyl alcohol
Effective at 1.04%
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.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic polyethylene glycol-based surfactant developed in the mid-20th century for use as an emulsifier and solubilizer in cosmetics and personal care products. Has no traditional or historical use prior to modern synthetic chemistry.