Safety Assessment of Fatty Ethers as Used in Cosmetics

International Journal of Toxicology 2026

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Authors: Preethi S. Raj, Wilma Fowler Bergfeld, Donald V. Belsito, David E. Cohen, Curtis D. Klaassen, Allan E. Rettie, David Ross, Daniel C. Liebler, Lisa A. Peterson, Ronald C. Shank, Thomas J Slaga, Paul W. Snyder
+3 more Susan C. Tilton, Monice M. Fiume, Bart A. Heldreth
DOI: 10.1177/10915818261425572
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Abstract

The Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (Panel) assessed the safety of 8 fatty ethers as used in cosmetic formulations. These ingredients are reported to function in cosmetics as skin conditioning agents. The Panel reviewed the available data to determine the safety of these ingredients, and concluded that these ingredients are safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentrations described in this safety assessment.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Contact Dermatitis and Allergies Chemical Safety and Risk Management Effects and risks of endocrine disrupting chemicals

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Toxicology
Volume
45
Issue
1_suppl
Pages
122S–135S
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN