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Coceth-20
AKA “Icosaethylene glycol monococoate, PEG-20 Cocoate, Polyoxyethylene(20) cocoate”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Coceth-20
AKA: Icosaethylene glycol monococoate, PEG-20 Cocoate, Polyoxyethylene(20) cocoate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser derived from coconut oil that helps remove dirt and oil while creating a smooth, creamy texture in cleansers and shampoos.
CAS #
61791-13-7
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.
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
Traditional Use
A synthetic ethoxylated coconut oil derivative developed as a mild non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier commonly used in shampoos and cleansers.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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