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Emollient

GLYCOL CETEARATE

Updated
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

An ethylene-glycol cetearate ester — gives shampoos and body washes their pearly shimmer while softening skin. CIR-cleared and broadly safe at cosmetic concentrations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGSKIN CONDITIONINGLIGHT STABILIZER

Skin benefits

  • Pearlising effect in cleansers and creams
  • Soft conditioning emollient
  • Improves product appeal and texture

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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