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Emulsifier

POLYSORBATE 20 DICINNAMATE

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A polysorbate-20 modified with two cinnamate groups — combines emulsifier function with UV-absorbing cinnamate chemistry. Carries PEG-impurity and cinnamate-sensitizer caveats.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsifier/solubiliser
  • Possible UV absorber assist

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk in PEG/sorbitan chemistry
  • Cinnamate sensitizer potential
  • Sparse safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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