Isolaureth-6

Isolaureth-6 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameISOLAURETH-6
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Heat Protectants 100%

Frequently asked

What does Isolaureth-6 do in skincare?
Isolaureth-6 functions as a skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Isolaureth-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 Isolaureth-6?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially heat protectants (100% of its uses).

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