PPG-14 Butyl Ether
A solvent and emollient. It helps spread the product and softens skin. Well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
PPG-14 Butyl Ether is an emollient solvent derived from polypropylene glycol. In a formula it helps dissolve and spread other ingredients, softens the skin and gives a pleasant feel without heaviness. It appears in lotions, hair products and formulas where poorly water-compatible components need solubilizing. This is a functional ingredient, not a treatment active. Its work is to dissolve and add slip, which improves the product's texture and spread. It has no notable biological action on the skin, so it is best seen as formula support. With topical use its systemic relevance is minimal, so you can use it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good: irritation and allergy potential are both low, and it suits sensitive skin. At usual cosmetic levels it tends not to dry the skin or cause comedogenic trouble.
Frequently asked questions
Is PPG-14 Butyl Ether safe during pregnancy?
PPG-14 Butyl Ether is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is PPG-14 Butyl Ether for?
PPG-14 Butyl Ether suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is PPG-14 Butyl Ether and what does it do in cosmetics?
A solvent and emollient.
What's the INCI name for PPG-14 Butyl Ether?
The INCI name is PPG-14 Butyl Ether.
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Other functional ingredients
PPG-26-Buteth-26, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, PPG-5 Pentaerythrityl Ether, PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Caprylyl Methicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Pectin
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