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Surfactant

PEG-80 CASTOR OIL

CAS 61791-12-6
67

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A heavily ethoxylated castor oil derivative used primarily as an emulsifier and fragrance solubilizer. Well-tolerated by skin; the ingredient-class dioxane impurity is the main caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective fragrance solubilizer
  • Mild nonionic surfactant
  • Compatible with most actives

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane impurity risk
  • PEG environmental footprint
  • Limited active benefit

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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