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Emulsifier

MEA-DICETEARYL PHOSPHATE

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A monoethanolamine salt of cetearyl phosphate ester used as an emulsifier — produces stable, creamy oil-in-water emulsions. Low-irritation but carries a small MEA nitrosamine caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Stable oil-in-water emulsifier
  • Provides creamy skin feel
  • Compatible with many cosmetic oils

Known concerns

  • Theoretical nitrosamine risk from MEA in poorly preserved formulas
  • Mild irritation potential
  • Limited individual ingredient data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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