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Surfactant

HEXYLDECETH-2

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A 2-EO ethoxylate of hexyldecyl alcohol — a mild non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. Generally well-tolerated; main caveat is ethoxylate purification.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Emulsifies and conditions skin
  • Compatible with anionic surfactants

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylate — small 1,4-dioxane impurity risk if not purified
  • Mild defatting at high use levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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