Emulsifier
C14-15 ALKETH-12 (FORMERLY C14-15 PARETH-12)
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A C14-15 fatty alcohol with 12 EO units — a versatile, mild O/W emulsifier used across creams and lotions. CIR-cleared alkyl-ether family; main concern is upstream control of trace 1,4-dioxane during manufacture.
Function
Skin benefits
- Reliable mid-EO O/W emulsifier
- Stable creams and lotions
- Mild on skin
- Compatible with most actives
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane managed at manufacture
- Not ideal for ultra-stripped budget bases
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related emulsifiers
Same plant / compound family
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