C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5

C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5 is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antifoaming, surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameC12-14 SEC-PARETH-5
FunctionANTIFOAMING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number84133-50-6
Prevalence6 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Hair Masks 33.3%Conditioners 16.7%Heat Protectants 16.7%Shampoos 16.7%Styling Creams & Sprays 16.7%

Frequently asked

What does C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5 do in skincare?
C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5 functions as an antifoaming, surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially hair masks (33.3% of its uses).

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