Ceteth-16

Ceteth-16 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCETETH-16
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number9004-95-9
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Body Lotions 33.3%Emulsions 33.3%Toners 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Ceteth-16 do in skincare?
Ceteth-16 functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Ceteth-16 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-16?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially body lotions (33.3% of its uses).

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