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Emulsifier

GLYCERETH-20 COCOATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethoxylated glycerin (glycereth) ester of coconut fatty acids — works as an emulsifier with mild conditioning. Gentle in finished products, with usual ethoxylate purity caveat.

Skin benefits

  • Effective non-ionic emulsifier
  • Coconut-fatty-acid base
  • Mild, low irritation profile

Known concerns

  • Glycereth = ethoxylated glycerin; possible 1,4-dioxane traces if poorly purified
  • Coconut allergens at very low likelihood

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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