A gentle cleanser that helps remove dirt and oil while keeping skin soft and balanced.
CAS #
9004-98-2
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from ethoxylated fatty alcohols, typically produced from coconut or palm oil derivatives. Synthesized through ethoxylation, where ethylene oxide is added to fatty alcohol chains under catalytic conditions.
Function
Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
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.