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Emulsifier

SORBETH-50 HEXAOLEATE

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-50 sorbitol hexa-oleate emulsifier for stable creams and emulsions. Mild on skin; purified cosmetic grade is needed for impurity control.

Skin benefits

  • Ethoxylated sorbitol oleate emulsifier
  • Skin softening
  • Mild in face/body products

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylation impurity risk (1,4-dioxane)
  • Requires purified grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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