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C22-24 Pareth-33
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol Ether, PEG Surfactant”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
C22-24 pareth-33
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol Ether, PEG Surfactant
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Alcohols, C22-24, ethoxylated (33 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
246538-84-1
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
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.
Removes Impurities
Stabilizes Emulsion
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Keeps product blended
Traditional Use
A synthetic non-ionic surfactant developed for cosmetics. Used to stabilize emulsions and improve the blending of oil and water components.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR