Emulsifier
DI-C12-15 PARETH-6 PHOSPHATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A phosphate ester from C12–15 alcohol ethoxylates with 6 EO units. Useful as an emulsifier and wetting agent; the class carries mild-irritation and standard ethoxylate caveats.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective emulsifier
- Coupling agent for surfactant systems
- Improves wetting of pigments
- Phosphate buffer effect
Known concerns
- Phosphate esters can mildly irritate skin at high levels
- Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from ethoxylation
- Better suited to rinse-off than leave-on use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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