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Surfactant

GLYCERETH-7 COCOATE

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A mild PEG-type emulsifier and surfactant made from coconut fatty acids and glycereth. Generally low-irritation; main caveat is dioxane purification needed during manufacture.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGHAIR CONDITIONINGHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant and emulsifier
  • Helps disperse oils in water
  • Suitable for sensitive skin formulas

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — small theoretical 1,4-dioxane carryover possible
  • Quality depends on purification grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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