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Surfactant

PPG-3 C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-7

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A non-ionic ethoxylated/propoxylated alcohol surfactant used as a mild emulsifier and detergent. Trace 1,4-dioxane is the main quality-control concern for this whole class.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Mild detergency
  • Emulsification
  • Low-irritation alternative to harsher anionics

Known concerns

  • 1,4-dioxane process residue
  • Class irritation at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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