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LANETH-60.

Valuable CAS 61791-20-6 / CLEANSING, FRAGRANCE, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

LANETH-60 is an ethoxylated derivative of wool wax alcohols, engineered to function as a versatile surfactant and emulsifier. It is instrumental in creating stable emulsions by bridging oil and water phases, and contributes to effective skin cleansing.

Summary

Cleansing Agent Emulsifier Fragrance Enhancer Surfactant Viscosity Controlling Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a polyethylene glycol (PEG) ether of wool wax alcohols, LANETH-60 exhibits both lipophilic and hydrophilic molecular segments. This amphiphilic structure enables it to reduce interfacial tension between immiscible liquids, thereby acting as an emulsifier to stabilize oil-in-water formulations. Concurrently, it functions as a surfactant, assisting in the dispersion and removal of fat and soil particles from the skin, and can support foam generation in cleansing products.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data 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
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has assessed 'Laneths,' including LANETH-60, concluding their safety for topical application in cosmetics under current use practices. No specific maximum concentration for LANETH-60 has been identified in the available research, nor is there a specific SCCS opinion or FDA approval status documented.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

LANETH-60 is a valuable ingredient for cosmetic formulation due to its robust surfactant and emulsifying properties, coupled with a 'safe as used' designation by the CIR Expert Panel.

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