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NONYL NONOXYNOL-30.

Avoid CAS 9014-93-1 / CLEANSING

NONYL NONOXYNOL-30 is a nonionic surfactant, functioning primarily as an emulsifier and solubilizer. It reduces surface tension, enabling the stable blending of oil and water phases in cosmetic formulations.

Summary

surfactant emulsifier solubilizer wetting agent foam booster foam stabilizer

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a nonionic surfactant, NONYL NONOXYNOL-30 effectively lowers the surface tension of liquids, facilitating the creation and stability of emulsions. Its molecular structure, possessing both hydrophilic and hydrophobic characteristics, allows it to encapsulate non-polar substances, such as oils, within aqueous solutions. This dual nature also enables it to act as a solubilizing agent, dissolving ingredients that would otherwise be insoluble, and contributes to the enhancement or stabilization of foam.

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 6 – 8
0 7 14

Stability

Optimal stability is observed in aqueous solutions with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH range of 6-8. While the ingredient itself does not decompose, the presence of electrolytes, including neutral salts, alkalis, and, to a lesser extent, acids, can reduce its water solubility and induce 'salting out,' particularly at elevated concentrations and temperatures.

Conflicts

  • strong reducing substances (e.g., hydrides, nitrides, alkali metals, sulfides)
  • strong acids (e.g., concentrated sulfuric acid, nitric acid)
  • electrolytes (at high concentrations and temperatures, can lead to reduced water solubility and salting out)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel concluded NONYL NONOXYNOL-30 is safe for use in cosmetics under current practices and concentrations, provided formulations are non-irritating. However, it is part of the nonylphenol ethoxylate (NPE) group, which is prohibited in cosmetics and personal care products within the European Union. This restriction is primarily due to environmental concerns regarding its persistence and the potential for endocrine disruption in ecological systems upon degradation to nonylphenol. The FDA has permitted related Nonoxynol-1, -5, and -6 for use as indirect food additives, though this does not directly apply to NONYL NONOXYNOL-30's cosmetic use.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Despite a 'safe as used' assessment by CIR with proper formulation, this ingredient is part of a group banned in the EU due to significant environmental concerns, making it unsuitable for Moumoujus's precision and responsible formulation standards.

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