C11-15 Pareth-5
AKA “C11-15 Pareth-5, Pareth-5, Polyoxyethylene alkyl ether
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
C11-15 pareth-5
AKA: Polyoxyethylene alkyl ether
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser that helps remove oil and dirt while keeping formulas smooth and stable.
CAS #
173244-48-9
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic nonionic surfactant developed for cosmetics as a gentle emulsifier. Part of the modern pareth family designed to replace harsher early-generation surfactants.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR