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Surfactant

PPG-4 C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-5

63

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A propoxylated/ethoxylated secondary fatty alcohol — mild non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. Class-safe at use levels with the usual 1,4-dioxane caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant
  • Emulsifier
  • Wetting agent

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Mild irritation
  • Synthetic

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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