Surfactant ingredient
Isoceteth-20
A nonionic ethoxylated isocetyl ether (20 ethylene oxide units) used as a mild emulsifier and solubilizer in cosmetic formulas.
emulsifiersolubilizersurfactant
Benefits
- ✓Solubilizes oils and actives into water-based formulas
- ✓Stabilizes emulsions
- ✓Improves spreadability
Watch for
- ⚠PEG-type ethoxylated ingredient — trace 1,4-dioxane contamination possible unless vacuum-stripped during manufacturing
