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Surfactant

COCETH-4 GLUCOSIDE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A hybrid coco-PEG / glucoside surfactant — combines the mildness of alkyl glucosides with PEG solubilization. Generally low-irritation in cleansing formulas.

Function

FOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Sugar-derived, plant-based feedstock
  • Low-irritation cleansing for sensitive skin
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Coceth (PEG-cocoyl) backbone — depends on dioxane control
  • Limited ingredient-specific safety publication

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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