Emulsifier
TALLOWETH-5
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A PEG-5 ethoxylated tallow alcohol that acts as an emulsifier. Slightly more water-loving than talloweth-4 but the same trade-offs apply: animal origin and ethoxylation purity.
Function
Skin benefits
- Emulsification
- Skin conditioning
- Mild surfactant
Known concerns
- Animal-derived
- Trace dioxane risk
- Mild occlusion at low EO
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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