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Surfactant

HYDROGENATED DIMER DILINOLEYL PEG-44/POLY(1,2-BUTANEDIOL)-15 DIMETHYL ETHER

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A large block-copolymer surfactant from hydrogenated plant-derived dimer alcohol, PEG, and poly(butanediol). High molecular weight makes it gentle and non-penetrating; main caveat is the typical PEG dioxane question.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant action suitable for sensitive skin
  • Stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions
  • Imparts soft, cushiony skin feel

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk inherent to PEG materials
  • Limited published toxicology on this specific copolymer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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