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Surfactant

DECYLTETRADECETH-25

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated fatty alcohol used as a mild non-ionic surfactant and solubilizer. Generally well tolerated; ethoxylated grade should be purified to limit trace 1,4-dioxane.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic surfactant for solubilizing oils
  • Mild compared with anionic surfactants
  • Helps clear, stable formulations
  • Good detergency in cleansers

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated chemistry can carry trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Mild eye irritation possible in leave-on at higher %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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