A gentle plant-derived cleanser that helps blend water and oils together, creating a smooth, stable texture in formulas.
CAS #
9004-98-2
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from oleic acid and ethylene oxide, both petroleum-derived or plant-oil-derived chemical compounds. Synthesized through ethoxylation, where ethylene oxide chains are added to oleic acid via catalytic reaction.
Function
Surfactant - Emulsifying | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic polyethylene glycol ether derivative of oleic acid. Used in cosmetics as a surfactant and emulsifier with no significant traditional use history.