UNDECETH-5 CARBOXYLIC ACID

Undeceth-5 Carboxylic Acid

UNDECETH-5 CARBOXYLIC ACID is a synthetic ingredient primarily utilized in skincare formulations for its efficacy as a cleansing agent and surfactant. It functions by enabling the stable mixing of oil and water, which is crucial for effective impurity removal from the skin.

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This profile is awaiting an individual source review. Treat its ratings, dose estimates and compatibility labels as provisional; they are not medical advice or proof of a finished product’s effects.

cleansing surfactant

Science

Mechanism of Action

Operating as a surfactant, UNDECETH-5 CARBOXYLIC ACID actively reduces the surface tension of liquids. This mechanism facilitates the emulsification of oil-based impurities with water, thereby enhancing the cleansing process and contributing to the stability of emulsified cosmetic products.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence

Effective range N/A

Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility

Water

Optimal pH N/A

0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status

Not reviewed

Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not specifically evaluated UNDECETH-5 CARBOXYLIC ACID. While 'Undeceth-5' (an alcohol ethoxylate, not the carboxylic acid) has been deemed safe by CIR when formulated to be non-irritating, this assessment does not directly apply to the carboxylated form. No specific safety assessments from SCCS or FDA were identified.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal

No Dry

No Oily

No Sensitive

Irritancy Unknown

Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While recognized for its fundamental surfactant and cleansing properties, the absence of comprehensive safety data and clinical studies renders its overall profile as requiring further investigation.

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