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HEXETH-5.

Insufficient Data CAS 31726-34-8 / CLEANSING, SOLVENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - HYDROTROPE

HEXETH-5 is a versatile ethoxylated compound primarily serving as a surfactant, solvent, and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations. It effectively reduces surface tension to facilitate the removal of impurities and stabilize oil-in-water mixtures, concurrently enhancing the solubility of other ingredients.

Summary

Cleansing Solvent Surfactant - Cleansing Surfactant - Emulsifying Surfactant - Hydrotrope

Science

Mechanism of Action

On the skin, HEXETH-5 primarily functions by lowering the surface tension of liquids, which allows for the effective mixing of immiscible substances like oil and water. This surfactant activity aids in solubilizing and lifting fat and soil particles from the skin and hair, contributing to cleansing. Its emulsifying capabilities enable the creation and stabilization of uniform oil-in-water emulsions, while its hydrotropic properties increase the aqueous solubility of other substances within a formulation.

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

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

As an ethoxylated ingredient, HEXETH-5 may potentially contain trace amounts of ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, byproducts of the manufacturing process that are considered potential carcinogens.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

HEXETH-5 offers valuable surfactant functions for cleansing and emulsification; however, its unreviewed safety status by CIR and potential for trace carcinogens mean more data is required for a conclusive verdict in precision skincare applications.

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