Argan Oil
Emollient, emulsifying, surfactant/cleansing
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Emollient, emulsifying, surfactant/cleansing
Purpose
Function
Emollient, emulsifying, surfactant/cleansing
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernModerate
Verdict
Ethoxylated ingredient with potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual concerns; CIR specifies cGMP to minimize contaminants. Avoid use where N-nitroso compounds may form.
US Note
Permitted — CIR reviewed alkyl PEG ethers as safe with qualifications
Assessment
Ratings
Reference
Identifiers
No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.