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DODOXYNOL-5.

Insufficient Data CAS 9014-92-0 / 26401-47-8 / SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

DODOXYNOL-5 is a non-ionic surfactant used in cosmetic products for its ability to reduce surface tension. It functions primarily as a cleansing agent and an emulsifier, helping to blend immiscible liquids and remove impurities.

Summary

Cleansing Agent Emulsifying Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates by reducing the surface tension of liquids, which facilitates the stable mixing of substances like oil and water into fine emulsions. Its molecular structure contains both lipophilic and hydrophilic parts, allowing it to interact with and effectively lift fat and soil particles from the skin or hair surface.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

As an effective emulsifier, Dodoxynol-5 enables the creation of stable cosmetic formulations by ensuring the consistent dispersion of both aqueous and oil-based components.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

There is no specific Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) report, SCCS opinion, or FDA status available for DODOXYNOL-5. While chemically related Octoxynols and Nonoxynols have been evaluated, their safety conclusions cannot be directly applied to DODOXYNOL-5.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

Due to a lack of specific safety assessments from regulatory bodies and no available clinical efficacy data, the overall suitability and impact of DODOXYNOL-5 in precision skincare formulations remain largely undetermined.

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