Alcohols, jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis), ethoxylated (40 mol EO average molar ratio) Science: Process: Ethoxylation | Functions: Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
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Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Derived from jojoba plant seed oil (Simmondsia chinensis), a shrub native to arid regions of North America. Produced through ethoxylation, adding approximately 40 moles of ethylene oxide to jojoba alcohols.
Function
Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Controls excess oil
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century to create a water-soluble derivative of jojoba oil, which has been used by indigenous peoples of the Sonoran Desert for skincare and waterproofing for centuries. Created to improve jojoba's compatibility with water-based formulations.