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Emollient

C12-14 HYDROXYALKYL MALTITOL ETHER

86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A maltitol (sugar-alcohol) ether decorated with C12-14 hydroxyalkyl chains — pairs gentle humectancy with light emollient feel. Sugar-derived backbone gives an excellent biodegradability and tolerance profile.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle moisture binding
  • Soft emollient finish
  • Plant-derived
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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