Hexeth-5
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, solvent, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), \a-hexyl-\w-hydroxy-
What does it do?
Hexeth-5 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Surfactant - hydrotrope
surfactant that increases the solubility of poorly-soluble substances in water-based formulations
EU regulatory status
Hexeth-5 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hexeth-5?
Hexeth-5 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), \a-hexyl-\w-hydroxy-
Is Hexeth-5 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hexeth-5 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hexeth-5 do in cosmetic products?
Hexeth-5 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, solvent, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - hydrotrope.
What is the CAS number of Hexeth-5?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hexeth-5 is 31726-34-8.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 24/04/2018