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Emollient

C11-15 ALKETH-12 STEARATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A stearate ester of a C11-15 alcohol ethoxylate — works as an emollient and texture modifier. Considered safe with the usual ethoxylate-grade caveat about trace ethylene oxide.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Smoothing emollient
  • Improves slip and feel
  • Stable in formulations

Known concerns

  • Trace ethylene oxide residues possible at low-quality grades
  • Not for broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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