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Emulsifier

APRICOT KERNEL OIL PEG-6 ESTERS

CAS 69071-70-1
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Ethoxylated apricot kernel oil — a PEG-modified plant-oil emulsifier. Class is broadly skin-friendly; ethoxylation byproducts are the main caveat.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier
  • Conditioning
  • Apricot-oil derived

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace impurity
  • Possible ethylene oxide residue

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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