Octoxynol-70
AKA “Octoxynol-70, Polyoxyethylene Octyl Phenol
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Octoxynol-70
AKA: Polyoxyethylene Octyl Phenol
Synthetic · Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
Gently removes makeup and impurities while helping blend oil and water-based ingredients together for a smooth, unified product texture.
CAS #
9002-93-1
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from nonylphenol, a petrochemical compound belonging to the alkylphenol ethoxylate family. Synthesized through ethoxylation, adding approximately 70 ethylene oxide units to the nonylphenol backbone.
Function
Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A highly ethoxylated nonionic surfactant developed in the cosmetic chemistry era. Used as a solubilizing agent and emulsifier for fragrance oils and lipophilic active ingredients in cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Mild Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR