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Humectant

SORBETH-20

CAS 53694-15-8
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A sugar-derived (sorbitol) PEG-20 ether that doubles as a mild humectant and solubiliser. Decades of cosmetic use, CIR-reviewed family, with the only meaningful caveat being the standard 1,4-dioxane purification step.

Function

SOLVENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Draws moisture to the skin
  • Helps oil and water blend
  • Mild and non-irritating

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces unless purified

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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