Octylododeceth-16
Octylododeceth-16
OCT
6/10
Concern level
Moderate concern
Octylododeceth-16 is a nonionic ethoxylated surfactant/solubilizer (PEG ether) used mainly as an emulsifier in cosmetic and personal care formulas. It helps oil and water phases blend and can improve texture, spreadability, and stability of creams, lotions, serums, and cleansers.
Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Concerns
PEG
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
0.05% - 5.00%CAS Number: 32128-65-7
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin7/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin5/10
acne prone7/10
mature skin7/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No major ingredient incompatibilities are well established for typical cosmetic use., In practice, formulation performance depends on the full surfactant/emulsifier system rather than a single ingredient interaction.
Risks & Warnings
Generally considered low risk in finished cosmetic use, but ethoxylated ingredients may cause mild eye/skin irritation in some people. As with PEG-ethoxylated raw materials, contamination control for residual impurities is important. Avoid use on significantly compromised or highly reactive skin if irritation occurs.
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