Isodeceth citrate (inci)

The polyoxyethylene ethers of isodecyl alcohol are referred to as isodeceth(s). Polyalkylene glycol ethers are non-ionic surfactants whose lipophilic part consists of long-chain alcohols (here isodecyl alcohol). The hydrophilic part is formed by short-chain polyethylene glycols (polyoxyethylene). Isodeceth citrate acts as emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and skin care product.

In cosmetic applications the esters of different carboxylic acids (here citric acid) with the different PEG derivatives are used as emulsifiers, surfactants, emulsion stabilizers.