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Emulsifier

MYRISTYL PHOSPHATE

CAS 10054-29-2 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A myristyl alcohol phosphate ester used as a mild anionic emulsifier and surfactant in cleansers and creams. Unflagged in GHS — generally safe at cosmetic levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGORAL CARESURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant
  • Stabilizes O/W emulsions
  • Good skin feel

Known concerns

  • Mild eye irritation if undiluted
  • Limited leave-on safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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