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PPG-6 C12-18 PARETH-11

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A combined ethoxylated and propoxylated fatty alcohol surfactant used as an emulsifier and solubiliser in cosmetic formulations.

PPG-6 C12-18 PARETH-11 is the INCI designation for alcohols C12-18 that have been both ethoxylated (11 mol EO) and propoxylated (6 mol PO). It is not specifically restricted under EU Regulation 1223/2009 and is used as a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. Like all ethoxylated ingredients, it may contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a manufacturing by-product, which is restricted under EU REACH. PEG/PO ingredients may increase skin penetration and are generally considered mild but may not suit very sensitive skin.

Skin benefits

  • Effective emulsifier for stable cosmetic formulations
  • Provides solubilisation for hydrophobic actives
  • Non-ionic surfactant with generally good skin compatibility

Known concerns

  • May contain trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation process (EU REACH restricted impurity)
  • EO/PO polymers may increase skin penetration of other ingredients
  • Not suitable for products marketed as 'PEG-free'
  • May be sensitising in damaged or eczema-prone skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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