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Emulsifier

C11-15 ALKETH-3 STEARATE (FORMERLY C11-15 PARETH-3 STEARATE)

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A C11-15 alketh-3 stearate (formerly pareth-3 stearate) used as a mild oil-in-water emulsifier. Low ethoxylation level limits dioxane risk; long-chain stearate provides creamy texture.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild O/W emulsifier
  • Conditioning skin texture
  • Low ethoxylation (-3) reduces dioxane risk

Known concerns

  • Standard ethoxylate dioxane caveat applies

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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