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Emulsifier

CHOLETH-30

CAS 27321-96-6
81

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A high-ethoxylated cholesterol-based emulsifier that helps blend oily and watery ingredients while feeling skin-compatible. Higher EO count makes it gentler and more water-soluble than its low-EO siblings.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Cholesterol-derived emulsifier
  • Compatible with skin lipids
  • Suited to rich, occlusive creams

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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