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Surfactant

POLOXAMER 185

CAS 9003-11-6 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A poly(ethylene oxide)-poly(propylene oxide) block copolymer used as a mild surfactant and solubilizer. Considered low-irritation; main caveat is PEG-class dioxane traces.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing
  • Solubilizes lipid-soluble actives
  • Stabilizes formulas

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Synthetic origin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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