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Emollient

C11-15 ALKETH-3 STEARATE

62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A stearate ester of an ethoxylated fatty alcohol — emollient/co-emulsifier for creams. Class is widely used safely; routine dioxane stripping is standard.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Nonionic emollient ester
  • Useful in creams and lotions
  • Skin-conditioning feel

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace from ethoxylation
  • Low EO count → moderate irritation potential
  • Limited specific dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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