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Emulsifier

ISOCETEARETH-8 STEARATE

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated branched-alcohol stearate — a mild non-ionic emulsifier for creams. Standard PEG caveat about trace 1,4-dioxane applies.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • Good skin feel in creams
  • Self-emulsifying

Known concerns

  • PEG-derived 1,4-dioxane trace risk
  • Not biodegradable
  • Petrochemical sourcing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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