Synonym(s)
Isooctadecanoic acid, 2-(2-hydroxy-1-methylethoxy)-1-methylethyl ester
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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-2" this is 2 propylene glycol molecular units. "isostearate" means salts/esters of isostearic acid (isooctadecanoic acid).
PPG-2 isostearate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance mixture acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer