Emollient
MYRETH-3 ETHYLHEXANOATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An ester of myreth-3 with 2-ethylhexanoic acid, used as a lightweight emollient. The 2-ethylhexanoate moiety can be slightly comedogenic; placed mid-yellow on a precautionary basis.
Function
Skin benefits
- Lightweight emollient finish
- Non-greasy after-feel
- Improves spreading of oils
Known concerns
- Low-EO ethoxylate — dioxane concerns
- 2-ethylhexanoate may be mildly comedogenic
- Limited public toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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