Hydroxyethyl Dimethicone Laurate
INCI: HYDROXYETHYL DIMETHICONE LAURATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Dimethiconol ester safe as used per CIR review; verify supplier specifications for cyclic siloxane (D4/D5/D6) residual content.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxyethyl Dimethicone Laurate safe in cosmetics?
Dimethiconol ester safe as used per CIR review; verify supplier specifications for cyclic siloxane (D4/D5/D6) residual content. The EU classifies Hydroxyethyl Dimethicone Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Hydroxyethyl Dimethicone Laurate allowed in the EU?
Hydroxyethyl Dimethicone Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxyethyl Dimethicone Laurate do in cosmetics?
Hydroxyethyl Dimethicone Laurate functions as: Skin conditioning agent, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned; dimethiconol ester class.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxyethyl Dimethicone Laurate?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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