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POLYGLYCERYL-20 LAURYL ETHER.

Valuable CAS 66058-15-9 / CLEANSING, EMULSION STABILISING, LIGHT STABILIZER, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING

POLYGLYCERYL-20 LAURYL ETHER is a non-ionic surfactant recognized for its versatile emulsifying, dispersing, and solubilizing properties. It enables the stable blending of oil and water phases in formulations by significantly reducing interfacial tension. This ingredient is also valued as an eco-friendly and biodegradable alternative to certain PEG-based surfactants.

Summary

emulsifying surfactant

Science

Mechanism of Action

Operating as a non-ionic surfactant, POLYGLYCERYL-20 LAURYL ETHER effectively reduces the surface tension between immiscible liquids like oil and water. Its molecular architecture, featuring both lipophilic (oil-loving) and hydrophilic (water-loving) components, allows it to stabilize emulsions, disperse various substances, and solubilize typically insoluble ingredients within cosmetic formulations. It functions by forming a stable interface between phases, ensuring homogeneity.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Information regarding 'dusting' behavior is not available in the provided research data.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

POLYGLYCERYL-20 LAURYL ETHER is described as inherently stable, exhibiting good thermal stability and resistance to both acids and salts. As an ether, its chemical structure generally offers superior stability against hydrolysis compared to ester-linked polyglyceryl compounds.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel assessed the broader class of polyglyceryl fatty acid esters, which includes ingredients with 2 to 20 glyceryl residues, concluding they are safe in current practices of use and concentration, provided they are formulated to be non-irritating. This class of ingredients is also approved as food additives and cosmetic ingredients and is noted for avoiding the potential risk of 1,4-dioxane typically associated with some PEG-based alternatives.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

This versatile non-ionic surfactant is valuable for its efficacy in stabilizing emulsions and solubilizing various cosmetic components, making it a foundational ingredient for diverse skincare and personal care formulations due to its functional role and favorable safety profile.

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