Characteristics
- INCI
- Trideceth-12
- CAS
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24938-91-8, 69011-36-5
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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500-241-6
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- Functions
- emulsifying, surfactant
Для кого подходит
Description
Trideceth-12 is a nonionic surfactant and solubilizer used in cosmetics to help oil and water mix more smoothly. You’ll often see it in cleansers, shampoos, conditioners, and styling products, where it helps spread ingredients evenly, improve texture, and keep formulas stable. It can also support the cleansing or foaming action of a product, though it’s not usually the star ingredient.
For skin and hair, Trideceth-12 is mostly a behind-the-scenes helper rather than a treatment ingredient. It can make rinse-off products feel lighter and more uniform, and in hair care it may help distribute conditioning agents or styling polymers more effectively. People who like well-blended, easy-to-use formulas may benefit from it, especially in products designed to cleanse or style without a heavy feel.
Caveat: as with many surfactants, it may be irritating for very sensitive skin if used in a harsh formula or left on too long. The ingredient itself is generally used at low levels, but the overall product matters more than the single ingredient list.
Found in products (1 305 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Kallos (32 продуктов)
