murphyPoloxamer 124
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Pluronic 124
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from ethylene oxide and propylene oxide polymers, a synthetic compound in the noniionic surfactant family. Synthesized through polymerization of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide monomers in controlled block sequences.
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane (11;21)
CAS #
9003-11-6
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Strengthens Barrier
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
3
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Eye Irritant in Testing (CIR report on the ingredient group)
CIR report statement covering this group of ingredients / not tested individually (CIR 366)
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR