Isosteareth-25

Isosteareth-25

AKA “Isosteareth-2, MR84JXT097, RefChem:1087831, 2-[2-(16-methylheptadecoxy)ethoxy]ethanol, 52292-17-8, Agnique MMF, HETOXOL IS-2, PEG-12 Isostearyl ether, PEG-50 Isostearyl ether, SCHEMBL9705636”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Isosteareth-25

AKA: MR84JXT097, RefChem:1087831, 2-[2-(16-methylheptadecoxy)ethoxy]ethanol, 52292-17-8, Agnique MMF, HETOXOL IS-2, PEG-12 Isostearyl ether, PEG-50 Isostearyl ether, SCHEMBL9705636

Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 3

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Not Clean

Polyoxyethylene (25) Isostearyl Ether

Effective at 11.51%

Formula

C22H46O3

Mol. Weight

358.60

CAS #

52292-17-8

Form

Liquid

See origin →

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

Developed as a hydrophilic surfactant in the cosmetics industry. Used to create stable emulsions and improve the texture of skincare and personal care products.