INCI · surfactant · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
C20-40 Pareth-10
C20-40 Pareth-10 is a petrochemical-derived ethoxylated fatty alcohol (C20-40 alcohols with an average of 10 moles of ethylene oxide). Its CAS number is 246538-83-0. It functions primarily as an emulsifier and surfactant according to CosIng.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
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surfactant● Benefits
Works as an emulsifier for heavy or difficult-to-disperse ingredients such as waxes, pigments, and silicones. It also helps thicken hydroalcoholic formulas and makes them feel more moisturizing.
emulsifyingthickening
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