murphyPoloxamer 182 Dibenzoate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from ethylene oxide and propylene oxide polymers, members of the poloxamer chemical family. Produced through esterification of poloxamer 182 with benzoic acid to form the dibenzoate ester derivative.
Methyloxirane homopolymer, diether with oxirane homopolymer, dibenzoates (22 mol EO, 16 mol PO average molar ratios)
CAS #
9003-11-6
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Strengthens Barrier
Mixes oil and water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
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)
Skin Irritant in Testing
1 study / 1 irritating (CIR 366)
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR