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Emulsifier

OLETH-45

62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyethoxylated oleyl alcohol (45 EO) — a workhorse emulsifier for getting oils into water. Safe at cosmetic grade; concern is dioxane impurities if poorly purified.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective emulsifier
  • Solubilizer for oils in water
  • Hair/skin conditioning agent

Known concerns

  • PEG ethoxylated — possible 1,4-dioxane/ethylene oxide trace impurities at lower grades
  • Eye irritation in concentrates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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