PPG-26-Buteth-26
What PPG-26-Buteth-26 is & what it does
PPG-26-Buteth-26 is a synthetic copolymer combining polypropylene glycol and polyethylene glycol units attached to a butyl alcohol base. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it works as a solubilizer and emollient, helping to keep oily and water-loving ingredients evenly mixed. It is often paired with PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil to dissolve fragrances and other oils into water-based products.
Is PPG-26-Buteth-26 safe?
PPG-26-Buteth-26 is a synthetic copolymer used as a solubilizer and is generally considered safe at the levels found in cosmetics. It helps keep oils and water-based ingredients evenly mixed. Sensitivity is possible with any ingredient, so patch testing a new product is reasonable if your skin reacts easily.
What does PPG-26-Buteth-26 do in skincare?
In skincare and sunscreen formulas, PPG-26-Buteth-26 acts as a solubilizer and emollient. It helps dissolve fragrances and oils into water-based products so the formula stays clear and uniform. It is often paired with other solubilizers to keep the product stable.
Is PPG-26-Buteth-26 natural or synthetic?
PPG-26-Buteth-26 is synthetic. It is made by combining propylene glycol and ethylene oxide units on a butyl alcohol base through controlled chemical processing. It does not occur naturally.
Sunscreens with PPG-26-Buteth-26
We rate 8 sunscreens that contain it:
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Cosmogenesis lab 50+ SPF All Protection Sunscreen
91/100
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Merikit Cica Perfect Sun Cream
80/100
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BK SENSI Perfect Protection Sunscreen SPF 50+ Pa++++
78/100
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Deconstruct Invisible Water Sunscreen
70/100
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KIKO Milano Disney - The Little Mermaid Powder Foundation SPF 50
67/100
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Bio essence Bio-Water Sunscreen Spf 50+ Pa++ (Hydrating)
57/100
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Bio essence Bio-Gold 24K Gold Day Cream Spf 25
56/100
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Eisenberg Pure White Day Cream SPF 30
49/100