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OLETH-30.

Valuable CAS 9004-98-2 / CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

OLETH-30 is a nonionic surfactant, functioning as a highly effective emulsifier, cleansing agent, and solubilizer. Its molecular structure enables it to expertly blend immiscible liquids, facilitating the removal of impurities and enhancing the solubility of other active ingredients within formulations.

Summary

Emulsifying Surfactant Cleansing Solubilizing

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a polyethylene glycol ether of oleyl alcohol, OLETH-30 operates by significantly reducing the surface tension between substances like oil and water. Its unique molecular composition, featuring both lipophilic (oil-loving) and hydrophilic (water-loving) parts, allows it to stabilize emulsions, effectively dispersing oils and dirt for easy removal from skin and hair. This surfactant also aids in solubilizing ingredients that would typically resist dissolving in a liquid medium.

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

OLETH-30 demonstrates robust stability across acidic, neutral, and slightly alkaline pH environments, maintaining its efficacy.

Conflicts

  • Not recommended for use on damaged or compromised skin, as it may cause irritation and potentially increase the penetration of other ingredients into deeper skin layers.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Moderate

The CIR Expert Panel concluded OLETH-30 is safe under current usage practices. However, it carries a potential for mild to moderate eye and skin irritation. Critical guidance emphasizes that OLETH-30 should not be applied to damaged or compromised skin, as this may exacerbate irritation and increase the penetration of other ingredients. Formulators must ensure purification steps control trace amounts of 1,4-dioxane, a byproduct of the ethoxylation process.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

OLETH-30 is a valuable functional ingredient for its emulsifying, cleansing, and solubilizing properties, but its use requires careful consideration, particularly avoiding application on damaged skin.

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