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Surfactant

PPG-5 C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-9

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A mixed PPG/PEG sec-alkyl ether used as a non-ionic surfactant and oil solubiliser. Class is well tolerated; trace 1,4-dioxane is the usual ethoxylate concern.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant
  • Solubiliser
  • Foam booster

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Limited independent literature

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related surfactants

Same plant / compound family

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