murphyPPG-20-Decyltetradeceth-10
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Surfactant, Emulsifier
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from decyl alcohol and tetradecanol, members of the synthetic fatty alcohol chemical family. Synthesized through ethoxylation and propoxylation reactions adding ethylene oxide and propylene oxide molecules respectively.
Tetradecanol, 2-decyl-, ethoxylated, propoxylated (10 mol EO, 20 mol PO average molar ratio)
CAS #
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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.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR