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SODIUM STEAROXY PG-HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE SULFONATE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A modified hydroxyethylcellulose with stearoxy and sulfonate groups, used to thicken formulations while contributing mild surface activity. Cellulose-based polymers like this are generally low-irritation but data on this exact derivative is sparse.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Thickens cleansing formulations
  • Provides mild surfactant activity
  • Cellulose-derived backbone gives film-forming benefits

Known concerns

  • Limited public toxicology data
  • Possible residual reactants from synthesis
  • Performance varies with raw material grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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