AKA: 2-(Tetradecyloxy)ethanol, 2136-70-1, Myristyl monoethoxylate, Ethanol, Ethylene glycol monotetradecyl ether, 2-Tetradecyloxyethanol, Tetradecyl ethyleneglycol monoether
WHAT IS IT? Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Origin Derived from fatty alcohols or natural oils through synthetic chemistry and petrochemical processes. Produced through ethoxylation, where ethylene oxide is added to fatty alcohol precursors.
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-tetradecyl-.omega.-hydroxy-
State
Hygroscopic solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
IS IT FOR ME? Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
WHAT’S IT DO? Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
CAN I TRUST THIS? The paper trail
🔬 Peer-reviewed none on file
🛡️ Safety-assessed 1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
IS IT CLEAN? Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
CIR · report published 2012
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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