Surfactant
HYDROGENATED DIMER DILINOLETH-20
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A medium-ethoxylation grade (20 EO) of the hydrogenated dimer dilinoleyl PEG ether — a balanced, mild non-ionic emulsifier suited to a wide range of skin and hair products.
Function
Skin benefits
- Balanced HLB emulsifier
- Conditioning feel
- Stable emulsions
- Mild on skin
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane caveat
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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