Snapshot
- Overview
- Helps creams blend smoothly so they glide on without patchiness.
- Category
- Emulsifying
- Type
- Emulsifier
Beheneth-5
Beheneth-5 is a nonionic surfactant produced by ethoxylating behenyl alcohol with about five ethylene oxide units. Creams and lotions use it to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions, improve spread, and aid fragrance or pigment dispersion.
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Our take
Is Beheneth-5 a Good Ingredient?
Solid, nonionic emulsifier that reliably stabilizes oil-in-water formulas and improves slip; effective and generally well tolerated, but offers minimal direct skin benefits, which fits a Good rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Promotes a smooth, uniform feel so products glide on without patchiness. Helps makeup and skincare go on evenly across the skin.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in lightweight lotions, gel-cream moisturizers, and makeup primers to refine texture and application.
Before you use it
Safety
Low irritation potential for most users, though PEG-based surfactants can occasionally cause mild stinging or dryness in very sensitive skin or at higher concentrations. Not known to be photosensitizing; patch test if reactive.
Products with Beheneth-5
