PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether Distearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Emollient, Glucose Ether Ester
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Poly[oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)], .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-[(1-oxooctadecyl)oxy]-, 2,6-ether with methyl d-glucopyranoside (2:1), ether with .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxypoly[oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)]- (1:2)
CAS #
93821-74-0
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthesized by combining propylene glycol, glucose, and stearic acid derivatives in modern cosmetic chemistry. Developed as an emollient and conditioning agent without traditional use history.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR