Surfactant
C12-15 PARETH-10 PHOSPHATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A phosphate-ester surfactant from C12-15 fatty alcohols with higher ethoxylation — cleanses and emulsifies in skin care formulations. Considered safe at cosmetic levels with the usual ethoxylation purity caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild anionic surfactant
- Good emulsifier in skin care emulsions
- Low foam profile suited to creams
- Wide pH compatibility
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from ethoxylation if unpurified
- Slight defatting in leave-on use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related surfactants
Same plant / compound family
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