Ceteareth-20

CETEARETH-20

Data confidence:High

Function

Emulsifier, Surfactant, Solubilizer

EWG Safety Score

3/10Moderate concern

About this ingredient

A non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from cetearyl alcohol ethoxylated with 20 moles of ethylene oxide. It functions as an emulsifier in cosmetic formulations to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions, helping to blend oils and water-based ingredients together while also serving as a solubilizer for various actives and fragrance components.

Found in 1+ sunscreens