INCI name

PPG-20 METHYL GLUCOSE ETHER

PPG-20 methyl glucose ether

A propoxylated derivative of methyl glucoside, used as a conditioning ingredient.

What it is

PPG-20 methyl glucose ether is an ether of methyl glucoside (a glucose derivative) with polypropylene glycol, with an average of 20 propylene oxide units. CosIng lists it as a hair- and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, lotions, cleansers and hair care products.

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 20 refers to the average degree of propoxylation, so the raw material is a mixture of molecules.

Functions

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
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 (11)

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