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Emulsifier

LANETH-5

CAS 61791-20-6
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Ethoxylated lanolin alcohol (5 EO units), used as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning ingredient. Long history in cosmetics; main risks are lanolin allergy and 1,4-dioxane impurity control.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Lanolin-based emulsifier
  • Skin-conditioning emollient
  • Mild for sensitive skin

Known concerns

  • PEG-ether — possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Lanolin allergy possible in sensitive users
  • Animal-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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