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Emulsifier

CETEARETH-3

CAS 68439-49-6 Updated
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A PEG-3 modified cetearyl alcohol used as an emulsifier. Effective and mild on intact skin, but PEG-class trace 1,4-dioxane is the main concern.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective non-ionic emulsifier
  • Stabilizes O/W emulsions

Known concerns

  • PEG-class: trace 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide impurities
  • Penetration enhancer
  • Less ideal on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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