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Surfactant

SODIUM ISOSTEARETH-6 CARBOXYLATE

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An isostearyl ether carboxylate with 6 ethoxylation units — uses a branched fatty alcohol that gives a smoother skin feel than straight-chain analogs, while staying mild thanks to the carboxylate head group.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild gentle cleansing
  • Smooth skin feel from branched chain
  • Effective oil and makeup removal

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces from ethoxylation
  • Limited public toxicology specific to this grade
  • Higher cost than commodity surfactants

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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