INCI name

PPG-12

PPG-12

A polypropylene glycol used for skin conditioning.

What it is

PPG-12 is a polymer of propylene oxide (polypropylene glycol) with an average of 12 propylene oxide units. CosIng lists it as skin conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in creams, lotions, hair care and cleansers.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The number in the name gives the average chain length, not the amount used.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (47)

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