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Emulsifier

SORBETH-20 TETRAISOSTEARATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A sorbitol ester ethoxylated with 20 EO units and esterified with isostearic acid. Acts as a mild emulsifier; main caveat is ethoxylate purity at the supplier level.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective non-ionic emulsifier
  • Solubilizes oils in water
  • Mild on skin in rinse-off and leave-on

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated ingredient — small risk of 1,4-dioxane traces if not purified
  • Avoid on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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