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Emulsifier

COTTONSEED OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Cottonseed oil esterified with glycereth-8 (an ethoxylated glycerin) — used as an emulsifier. Adequate skin tolerance, but inherits ethoxylation impurity concerns and potential pesticide-residue carry-over from cotton.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Functional emulsifier
  • Cottonseed-oil-derived emollient action
  • Helps texture lotions and creams

Known concerns

  • Glycereth-8 ethoxylation carries trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Potential cottonseed protein allergen residues
  • Pesticide residue concern depending on sourcing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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