Common Name(s): Propylene glycol ceteth-3 acetate,ppg-3 cetyl peg/ppg ether acetate (pg + ceteth-3 + acetate) derivative
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Helps oil and water blend and provides emollient conditioning.
Why It's Used: Ppg-3 modification of cetyl peg/ppg ether acetate (pg + ceteth-3 + acetate) gives hlb ~6โ8; balanced mild emulsifier; acetate-capped ceteth; propylene glycol modification.
How It Works: Ppg-3 arms provide lipophilic character; cetyl peg/ppg ether acetate (pg + ceteth-3 + acetate) contributes the hydrophobic/emollient tail; hlb ~6โ8.
Typically Found In: W/o emulsions,emollient systems,specialty skin care
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emulsifier
Secondary Functions: Emollient,skin conditioning,viscosity controlling
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Ppg from petrochemical; base material from plant or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 โ low
Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Nonionic emulsifiers,emollients,fatty alcohols
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Propylene glycol ceteth-3 acetate: combined propylene glycol + peg-3 cetyl ether + acetate modification; balanced hlb ~6-8; mild emulsifier-emollient hybrid.
Last Verified: Cosing database,inci dictionary
Primary Sources: 2026-03-28