PEG-7/PPG-2 Propylheptyl Ether
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 7 Polypropylene Glycol 2 Propylheptyl Ether
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
PEG-7/PPG-2 Propylheptyl Ether is the product formed by the reaction of 2-propylheptanol with an average of 7 moles of ethylene oxide and 2 moles of propylene oxide.
Form
Liquid
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Light Stabilizer
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Shields from UV damage
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic polymer blend developed for the cosmetics industry as a humectant and emollient. Designed to improve product spreadability and moisture retention without the greasiness of traditional oils.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR