A gentle cleansing agent that removes makeup and impurities while helping blend oil and water-based ingredients together in formulas.
CAS #
9002-93-1
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from fatty alcohols and ethylene oxide, belonging to the nonionic surfactant chemical family. Synthesized through ethoxylation of octylphenol, adding ethylene oxide units to create the polyethoxylated compound.
A synthetic nonionic surfactant created through ethoxylation of octylphenol. Used in cosmetics as an emulsifier and solubilizing agent for fragrance and active ingredients.