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Ingredient Facts
PPG-3-Laureth-9
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol 3 Laureth-9
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Dodecanol, ethoxylated, propoxylated (9 mol EO, 3 mol PO average molar ratio)
CAS #
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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
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic surfactant developed for the cosmetics industry. Functions as an emulsifier to blend oil and water-based ingredients in skincare formulations.