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Emulsifier

HYDROGENATED TALLOWETH-12

55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

PEGylated hydrogenated beef-tallow alcohol used as a surfactant. Animal-derived and ethoxylated, so sourcing transparency and dioxane controls matter.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGLIGHT STABILIZERSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsifier and emollient
  • Conditioning surfactant
  • Stabilizes oil/water mixes

Known concerns

  • Animal (tallow) derived
  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace
  • Low transparency on sourcing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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