A mid-weight polyether emollient derived from 14 moles of PEG and 2 moles of PPG copolymerized with propylheptyl alcohol. It provides light emolliency in cosmetic formulations, improving the feel of creams and lotions by adding a subtle slip and soft finish without heaviness. Suitable for facial moisturizers and body lotions.
Key Skin Benefits
+ Light emolliency — moisturizes without greasy residue
+ Improves product texture — adds slip and spreadability to creams
+ Soft after-feel — leaves skin feeling conditioned, not coated
Pros
+ CIR safety-reviewed — safe for cosmetic use
+ Non-comedogenic — suitable for face and body products
+ Low irritation — well-tolerated on most skin types
+ Good thermal stability — maintains consistency across temperatures
Cons
− Synthetic — not for natural formulations
− Limited individual safety data — assessed as part of PEG/PPG polymer class
− Trace ethoxylation byproducts possible
Specifications
Property
Value
Usage Areas
Face, Eye, Body
Product Type
Leave-On, Rinse-Off
Source
Synthetic
Natural Level
Synthetic
Safety Ratings
Metric
Rating
Skin Sensitivity
1/5 (very low)
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
EWG Score
1/10
Regional Regulatory Limits
Region
Leave-on %
Rinse-off %
Status
EU (CosIng)
No limit
No limit
Allowed
US (CIR/FDA)
No limit
No limit
Allowed
Japan (MHLW)
No limit
No limit
Allowed
ASEAN
No limit
No limit
Allowed
China (NMPA)
No limit
No limit
Allowed
Typical Usage % by Product Type
Product Type
Typical %
Facial creams
1-5%
Body lotions
1-3%
References
CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) — Safety Assessment of PEG and PEG Derivatives as Used in Cosmetics. Published in International Journal of Toxicology.
CosIng (2025) — European Commission Cosmetic Ingredient Database. https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/
EWG Skin Deep — Cosmetic Ingredient Hazard Score. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/
Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) — INCI Monograph and Safety Data.