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Moumoujus

C12-14 PARETH-12.

Valuable CAS 68439-50-9 / SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

A versatile nonionic surfactant that excels at creating stable emulsions by reducing surface tension between oil and water phases. Particularly valuable for dispersing silicone elastomer powders, it enhances product texture while maintaining compatibility across all skin types with minimal irritation potential.

Summary

emulsifying surfactant dispersing agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

Functions as an emulsifying agent by reducing interfacial tension between hydrophobic and hydrophilic components, enabling stable formulations. Its nonionic structure provides exceptional ingredient compatibility while effectively dispersing silicone elastomers to create smooth, sebum-absorbing textures.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.1–1%
Optimal

0.3%

Key findings

  1. 01 Gel-matrix formulations demonstrated enhanced skin surface hydration within one week and improved barrier function after 12 weeks of treatment

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

As a functional emulsifier with demonstrated efficacy, dusting is uncommon and typically unnecessary at effective concentrations

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 3 – 9
0 7 14

Stability

Demonstrates exceptional stability across acidic and alkaline conditions due to its nonionic nature, maintaining compatibility with cationic, anionic, and other nonionic ingredients

Synergies

  • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
  • Silicone elastomer powders

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Nitrosating agents (when secondary amine impurities present)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
7.5%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

CIR Expert Panel confirms safety when formulated to be non-irritating, with typical facial product usage well below maximum allowable limits

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

A reliable, universally compatible emulsifier that enhances formulation stability and texture while maintaining excellent safety across all skin types.

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