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Surfactant

POLOXAMER 188

CAS 9003-11-6 Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A pharma-grade poloxamer (Pluronic F-68) — used in IV drug formulations and gentle cosmetics. Extremely mild, non-irritating and non-sensitizing.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant and solubilizer
  • Pharma-grade, used IV in medicine
  • Excellent skin tolerance
  • Effective foam booster

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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