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Emulsifier

ISOLAURETH-4 PHOSPHATE

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A phosphate-ester emulsifier built from ethoxylated isolauryl alcohol — keeps oil and water phases stable in cosmetics. Generally well-tolerated but PEG-purity quality controls matter.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier for oil-in-water systems
  • Phosphate ester surfactant — gentle cleansing
  • Stabilizes complex formulations
  • Compatible with skin pH

Known concerns

  • PEG chain — 1,4-dioxane purity concern
  • Phosphate environmental load
  • Possible mild irritation at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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