Ethoxylated Alcohol (C12-C14)
C12-14 Pareth
Ethoxylated Alcohol (C12-C14) refers to nonionic surfactants produced by adding ethylene oxide units to C12-C14 fatty alcohols. These ingredients are used to reduce surface tension, aid cleansing, and help disperse or emulsify oily ingredients in cosmetic formulations.
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Safety: Generally well tolerated at typical cosmetic concentrations, though surfactants may cause irritation in very sensitive or compromised skin.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
Rating not yet available for this ingredient✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
C12-C14 Alcohol Ethoxylate
Functions
🫧 Surfactant
Reduces surface tension between oil and water
🧼 Cleansing
Removes dirt, oil and debris
🔗 Emulsifier
Keeps oil and water phases mixed together in a stable formula.
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