OriginDerived from fatty alcohols and ethylene oxide, belonging to the nonionic surfactant chemical family. Synthesized through ethoxylation of undecyl alcohol with ethylene oxide units.
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(undecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
Formula
C13H28O2
Mol. Weight
216.36
CAS #
34398-01-1
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
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