PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide

AKA: Coconut Surfactant, Isostearamide Derivative

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Clean

OriginDerived from coconut and isostearic acids, then propoxylated with propylene oxide. Synthesized through amidation of the propoxylated fatty acids with hydroxyethyl groups.

Amide of a mixture of isostearic acid and coconut acid, propoxylated

Form

Liquid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Allergen Warning

⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)

Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Surfactant Cleansing

Anti-Inflammatory

Moisturizing

Fights Acne

Lifts away dirt and oil

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

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Concentration Guide

Leave-onNot reported

Rinse-off0.5–3%

0%50%100%

CIR reported use · report published 2019

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR