Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-methyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (3 mol EO average molar ratio)
Solubility In water, miscible
Formula
C7H16O4
Mol. Weight
164.20
CAS #
9004-74-4
Form
Liquid
State
Triethylene glycol methyl ether is a colorless odorless liquid. (USCG, 1999)
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic polyethylene glycol derivative developed in the mid-20th century. Formulated as a solvent and humectant to help retain moisture and improve product consistency.