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Emulsifier

CETETH-10 STEARATE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated cetyl alcohol stearate emulsifier with 10 EO units — good water tolerance and smooth feel. Usual ethoxylate purity caveats apply.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Effective non-ionic emulsifier
  • Smooth skin feel
  • Better water-tolerance than lower-EO grades

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Standard ethoxylate purity caveats

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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