Methoxy PEG-40

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About Methoxy PEG-40

Methoxy PEG-40 is an ether.[1] The number 40 in the name indicates the average number of added ethylene oxide units; with the same base structure, changing this number may also change water miscibility and the formula’s viscosity and spreadability. In cosmetics, it is used to attract water to the formula and skin’s surface to help maintain moisture, and to dissolve other raw materials to create a uniform formula.[2]

Methoxy PEG-40 Details

Ingredient function
Humectant, Solvent
INCI name
METHOXY PEG-40
CosIng ID
78191

Methoxy PEG-40 References

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