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Emollient

C12-15 PARETH-3 BENZOATE

Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A benzoate ester of ethoxylated C12-15 alcohols, used as a lightweight non-greasy emollient. Generally well tolerated, with the usual ethoxylated-ingredient caveats around trace dioxane.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight non-greasy emollient
  • Improves skin feel
  • Good spreadability

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane potential from ethoxylation
  • Possible mild irritation in sensitive skin
  • Benzoate moiety is a low-grade fragrance allergen

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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