Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-methyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (4 mol EO average molar ratio)
Solubility Solubility in water: miscible
Formula
C9H20O5
Mol. Weight
208.25
CAS #
9004-74-4
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
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
Synthetic polyethylene glycol derivative developed in the mid-20th century. Used in cosmetics as a solvent and humectant to improve product texture and water-binding properties.