murphyPPG-25-Laureth-25
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Surfactant, Emulsifier
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginSynthesized from propylene glycol and lauryl alcohol, both petroleum-derived or plant-derived chemical compounds. Produced through ethoxylation and subsequent esterification to create a polyethylene glycol-based surfactant.
Dodecanol, ethoxylated, propoxylated (2 mol EO, 4 mol PO average molar ratio)
CAS #
68238-81-3, 37311-00-5
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 →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.4–2%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2016
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR