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Surfactant

HEXETH-4 CARBOXYLIC ACID

CAS 117591-36-3
66

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Acid form of an ether-carboxylate surfactant. Mild cleanser and foam booster. PEG-related trace dioxane is the main concern.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANTSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle cleansing
  • Foam boost
  • Stable in salt

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane potential
  • Mild eye sting
  • Limited dedicated review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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