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Surfactant

C11-15 ALKETH-20

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated fatty alcohol surfactant — bigger PEG chain than -6 means it is more water-loving and milder. Safe at cosmetic levels; purified grades have negligible 1,4-dioxane.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - SOLUBILIZING

Skin benefits

  • Effective non-ionic emulsifier
  • Solubilizes fragrance and oils
  • Stabilizes emulsions

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible if not purified
  • Mild irritation potential at high %
  • Petroleum-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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