Ceteth-15

Ceteth-15 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 7 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCETETH-15
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number9004-95-9
Prevalence7 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Mascaras 57.1%Gel, Pomade & Wax 14.3%Leave-in Conditioners 14.3%Toners 14.3%

Frequently asked

What does Ceteth-15 do in skincare?
Ceteth-15 functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Ceteth-15 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Ceteth-15?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially mascaras (57.1% of its uses).

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