Emulsifier
C22-24 ALKETH-33
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A high-EO ethoxylated long-chain alcohol used as a non-ionic emulsifier. Long-chain alketh emulsifiers have benign skin profiles; 1,4-dioxane purity control matters.
Function
Skin benefits
- Emulsification
- Texture
Known concerns
- 1,4-dioxane impurity
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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