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Ingredient Facts
PPG-5-Laureth-5
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol Lauryl Ether
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Dodecanol, ethoxylated, propoxylated (5 mol EO, 5 mol PO average molar ratio)
Effective at 5.25%
CAS #
68439-51-0
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Created in the mid-20th century as a synthetic humectant and emulsifier. Designed to replace natural plant-based emulsifiers while providing superior stability in formulations.