Is Ceteareth-20 comedogenic?
A polyethylene-glycol ether of cetearyl alcohol used as a common emulsifier in lotions and creams.
This is informational, not medical advice.
Category: surfactant
Ceteareth-20
Comedogenic Rating: 3 / 5 (High risk)
Mechanism & Risk:
A polyethylene-glycol ether of cetearyl alcohol used as a common emulsifier in lotions and creams. Its rating varies between lists, so it sits in the middle of the risk range here.
Formulation Context: Ratings range from 2 to 4 across lists. Pairing it with cetearyl alcohol can push a formula's effective risk higher.
Common INCI Aliases: PEG-20 cetearyl ether
Scientific References: porecloggingcheck.com; labelpeek.com; skincarisma.com; skinsafecheck.com
Other names for Ceteareth-20
- PEG-20 cetearyl ether
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