Coceth-7
AKA “Heptaethylene glycol monococoate, PEG-7 Cocoate, Polyoxyethylene(7) cocoate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Coceth-7
AKA: Heptaethylene glycol monococoate, PEG-7 Cocoate, Polyoxyethylene(7) cocoate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Coconut-derived cleanser that gently removes makeup and impurities while helping blend oil and water-based ingredients into a smooth, unified formula.
CAS #
61791-13-7
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.
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
A synthetic ethoxylated coconut oil compound developed as a non-ionic surfactant for use in cosmetic and personal care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR