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PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin

Explained

This ingredient is a water-soluble emollient and is derived from glycerin. It also has surfactant properties and can help dissolve oils or actives in water-based products.

According to the manufacturer, this ingredient:

  • Moisturizes without stickiness or greasiness.
  • Improves the penetration of water-based ingredients while reducing penetration of oil-based ones to help balance delivery in formulations

See all 248 products with PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin

Users who like it
27%
Users who avoid it
73%

What it does

Humectant A substance that promotes retention of moisture.

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Makeup
Treatments
Cleansers
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 57094
INCI Name PEG/PPG/POLYBUTYLENE GLYCOL-8/5/3 GLYCERIN
All Functions Humectant