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Ingredient Facts
Nonoxynol-11
AKA: Nonylphenol ethoxylate, Surfactant
Ingredient · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(dinonylphenyl)-.omega.-hydroxy-, phosphate (11 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
39464-64-7
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
A synthetic non-ionic surfactant developed in the mid-20th century. Used in cosmetics as an emulsifier and solubilizer in various skincare and cleansing formulations.