OCTOXYNOL-20

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER

✨ Role: Octoxynol-20 is mainly used as an emulsifier and surfactant in cosmetic products. It helps to blend water and oil, creating homogeneous formulations. It can also help improve the texture and feel of products on the skin.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
‍⚕️ Safety: Octoxynol-20 is generally considered safe when used at standard concentrations in cosmetics. However, it can be irritating to some skin types, particularly if used at high concentrations.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and therefore suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Worth knowing: Although generally well tolerated, it can cause irritation in very sensitive skin. Its use is restricted in some regulations due to environmental concerns and possible aquatic toxicity.
Found in: This ingredient is often found in facial cleansers, lotions, creams and hair products.