PPG-25 Methyl Glucose Ether

PPG-25 Methyl Glucose Ether molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Sugar Derived Humectant
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
Polyoxypropylene(25) methyl glucose ether
CAS #
473802-96-9; 122703-32-6; 82933-91-3
Form
Liquid
Functions
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
Traditional Use
Synthesized in the late 20th century as a humectant and skin conditioning agent derived from glucose. Designed to improve hydration and texture in skincare and cosmetic formulations.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Mild Irritant
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dehydration
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR