Common Name(s): Myreth-10,peg-10 myristyl ether,peg-10 tetradecanol ether

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Helps oil and water blend and can dissolve oily ingredients into water-based products.

Why It's Used: Hlb ~12–13 suitable for o/w emulsification and oil solubilization.

How It Works: 10 eo units give hlb ~12–13; c14 myristyl chain; suitable for o/w emulsification of standard and light oil phases.

Typically Found In: O/w emulsions,serum bases,oil solubilizers,lightweight lotions

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Functional ingredient – emulsifier

Secondary Functions: Solubilizing,surfactant

Application Areas:

Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–5%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required

Halal Status: Yes

Source Notes: Myristyl alcohol from coconut/palm; eo from petrochemical. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: status downgraded on audit. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 – low

Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1–2.

Works Well With: Emollients,humectants,other peg emulsifiers

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Myreth-10 completes the commercially significant myreth series alongside myreth-2,-3,-5; at hlb ~12-13 it is appropriate for most standard o/w cosmetic emulsions.

Last Verified: 2026-03-27

Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary