Surfactant
C11-15 ALKETH-15
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A high-mole non-ionic ethoxylate. Higher ethoxylation typically lowers irritation, but the dioxane caveat from PEG chemistry remains.
Function
Skin benefits
- Cleansing/solubilizing
Known concerns
- 1,4-dioxane residue
- Mild irritation potential
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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