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Surfactant

ISOMYRETH-3

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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 low-ethoxylated branched-myristyl PEG ether that helps water and oil mix. Effective and largely well-tolerated, but the lower EO count makes it slightly more lipophilic and a touch more drying.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Helps water and oil blend in cleansers
  • Acts as a co-emulsifier in creams
  • Light, non-greasy skin feel

Known concerns

  • Lower ethoxylation can be slightly more irritating
  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
  • Mildly defatting at high use levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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