INCI Name
CETETH-7
Functions
2 Roles
Sustainability
N/A
Category
emulsifier
What It Does
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hexadecyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (7 mol EO average molar ratio)
Ingredient Attributes
Ingredient Compatibility
Known Interactions
DIHYDROXYACETONEUse Cautionperoxide_oxidation
Ethoxylated surfactants (Ceteareth-*, PEG-*, Polysorbate-*, Poloxamer-*) accumulate peroxides over shelf life via air oxidation of the polyoxyethylene chain. The resulting peroxides degrade DHA, accelerating off-smell and producing orange tones. For DHA formulations, prefer non-ethoxylated emulsifiers: Polyglyceryl-* esters (Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate), Lecithin, Sucrose Stearate, Olivem 1000 (Cetearyl Olivate + Sorbitan Olivate).
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- CETETH-7
- Category
- emulsifier