murphyPEG/PPG-10/2 Propylheptyl Ether
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Silicone Surfactant, Propylheptyl Ether Copolymer
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from 2-propylheptanol combined with ethylene oxide and propylene oxide, belonging to the polyether family. Synthesized through sequential addition of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide moles to the alcohol via catalytic reaction.
PEG/PPG-10/2 Propylheptyl Ether is the product formed by the reaction of 2-propylheptanol with an average of 10 moles of ethylene oxide and 2 moles of propylene oxide
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
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.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR