Propylene glycol capreth-4 (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Propylene Glycol Capreth-4 is a substance used in cosmetic formulations where it acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).

"Glycol" refers to a dihydric alcohol (glycol) as the alcoholic component of this ingredient (ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, butylene glycol and others). "Glycolates" are esters of glycolic acid

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Emollient; Glycolic acid;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020