Common Name(s): Poloxamer 182 dibenzoate,peo/ppo copolymer dibenzoate,pluronic dibenzoate-type
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Softens and conditions skin while helping oil and water blend in formulas.
Why It's Used: Dibenzoate esterification of poloxamer 182 increases lipophilicity for use as an emollient-emulsifier.
How It Works: Benzoate ester groups increase lipophilicity of the poloxamer backbone; provides skin emolliency while retaining some amphiphilic character from peo/ppo blocks.
Typically Found In: Emollient creams,o/w emulsions,skin conditioning products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emollient
Secondary Functions: Emulsifying,skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Synthetic; eo/po block copolymer dibenzoate; petrochemical.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 โ low
Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Emollients,humectants,other emulsifiers
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Benzoate esters of poloxamers increase hydrophobicity; used in specialty emollient applications where peo/ppo-type amphiphilicity is desired along with ester-type emolliency.
Last Verified: 2026-03-27
Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary