Synonym(s)
Fatty acids, jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis), propoxylated
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PPG is the acronym for "polypropylene glycol", the polymer of propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol), a dihydric alcohol. The number after "PPG" indicates the average number of propylene glycol molecular units, for "PPG-10" it is 10 propylene glycol molecular units. "Jojoba acid" refers to the fatty acids of jojoba oil.
PPG-10 jojoba acid is used in cosmetic formulations. The mixture of substances has a skin-caring effect and acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer