murphyPPG-2-Buteth-2
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 2-(1-butoxypropan-2-yloxy)ethanol, 2-((1-Butoxypropan-2-yl)oxy)ethan-1-ol
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
OriginDerived from propylene glycol and butylene glycol, members of the synthetic polyol chemical family. Synthesized through ethoxylation and subsequent etherification of polyol precursors via catalytic reaction.
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutyl ether
CAS #
9038-95-3, 9065-63-8
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR