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Surfactant

ISOCETETH-12

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A branched-chain ethoxylated fatty alcohol used as a mild surfactant and emulsifier. CIR has cleared the alkyl PEG ether class as safe at typical use levels.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Stable emulsifier
  • Solubilises oils into water

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk in unpurified PEG
  • Mild irritation potential at very high %
  • Petroleum-derived ethylene oxide

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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