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Emulsifier

DATEM

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A food-grade emulsifier (diacetyl-tartaric acid esters of mono/diglycerides). Safe in food at typical use levels; cosmetic experience is thinner so it sits at upper-yellow.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsifier for oil/water systems
  • Food-grade safety record
  • Skin-conditioning fatty backbone

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic-specific testing
  • Tartrate residues may sting broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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