Ppg-5-Ceteth-20
Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 is a surfactant and emulsifying ingredient. It’s in 110 products on Poliage, most often hair styling, shampoo and cleanser. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 22, 2026
In plain English
A polypropylene glycol derivative (PPG-5-CETETH-20). Used to keep oil and water blended.
What it does
Contains Ppg-5-Ceteth-20: emulsifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Ppg-5-Ceteth-20: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 78589, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Ppg-5-Ceteth-20
Lóreal Paris
Men Expert Cool Power
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Men Expert Pure Power Gel Ultra-Purifiant Anti-Spots
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Medium Hold Polishing Pomade
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, formaldehyde releasers
L’Oréal
Neutralia Dermo-Protecteur Shampooing Traitant Anti-Pelliculaire
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
only the brave
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Paris Superior Preference 5CB Medium Chestnut Brown Warmer Haircolor
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Phytoclear antipelliculaire - Shampooing régulateur
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Re-densifieur shampooing force Homme
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, parabens, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Reconstructing Shampoo Honey Treasures
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Respons Shine Shampoo Mother of Pearl & Cherry Extract
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
l-oreal
Shampooing 2 en 1
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing 2 en 1 au lait de vanille et pulpe de papaye
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing doux protecteur cheveux fins et délicats
Lists fragrance, sulfates
L’Oréal
Shampooing fortifiant 2 en 1
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing fortifiant Stop Agressions
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing soleil à l’huile de Monoï et Néroli
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Dermalogica
Special Cleansing Gel
Cleanser · Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Studio Line Hot & Boucle
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Kenra Professional
Texturizing Mist 6
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, silicones, salicylic acid
Dermalogica
Travel Size Special Cleansing Gel
Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Ultra Dolce Latte di Cocco & Macadamia
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Ultra Doux Douche soin Savon d’Alep & Huile de Rose
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Ultra Doux Douche Soin Savon traditionnel & Pin Maritime
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
garnier
Ultra Doux Enfants Shampooing 2 en 1 à l’abricot et fleur de coton
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
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