Ceteth-6

Ceteth-6 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 5 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCETETH-6
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number9004-95-9 / 5168-91-2
Prevalence5 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Gel, Pomade & Wax 60%Conditioners 20%General Moisturizers 20%

Frequently asked

What does Ceteth-6 do in skincare?
Ceteth-6 functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Ceteth-6 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-6?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially gel, pomade & wax (60% of its uses).

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