murphyPPG-5-Laureth-5
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol Lauryl Ether
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from propylene glycol and lauryl alcohol, both petroleum-derived or synthesized from natural oils. Produced through ethoxylation and subsequent propoxylation reactions to create the polyether chain structure.
Dodecanol, ethoxylated, propoxylated (5 mol EO, 5 mol PO average molar ratio)
CAS #
68439-51-0
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
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-on0.033%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2016
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR