Surfactant ingredient
PEG/PPG Decyltetradecyl Ether
A nonionic polyoxyethylene/polyoxypropylene ether surfactant used to solubilize and emulsify in watery lotions.
Also known as: peg/ppg decyltetradecyl ether, polyoxyethylene polyoxypropylene decyltetradecyl ether
emulsifiersolubilizer
Benefits
- ✓Solubilizes oils and fragrance into water-based formulas
Watch for
- ⚠Low risk
In depth
What it does
A nonionic polyoxyethylene/polyoxypropylene ether surfactant used to solubilize and emulsify in watery lotions. As an surfactant ingredient, it is particularly valued for solubilizes oils and fragrance into water-based formulas.
How to use it
Used as part of a cleanser, so placement is straightforward — it's your first step, applied to damp skin and rinsed off thoroughly. Avoid overwashing, which can disrupt the skin barrier.
