PPG-30-Buteth-30
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 2-(1-butoxypropan-2-yloxy)ethanol, 2-((1-Butoxypropan-2-yl)oxy)ethan-1-ol
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutyl ether
CAS #
9038-95-3, 9065-63-8
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic surfactant and emulsifier developed in the 20th century to create stable, uniform textures in cosmetic products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR