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Surfactant

POLOXAMER 231

CAS 9003-11-6 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A short-chain block polyether surfactant (Pluronic L64 equivalent) used as a cleansing agent and mild emulsifier. CIR-reviewed Poloxamer family with strong cosmetic safety record at typical use levels.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective in aqueous surfactant systems
  • Cleansing agent
  • Mild emulsifier
  • Good skin compatibility

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible at non-pharmaceutical grade
  • Avoid use on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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