VeriMomIs steareth-10 safe during pregnancy?
Reviewed by VeriMom Editorial Team · Last reviewed
Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
steareth-10
NO KNOWN RISKS100
/100
0
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Unknown
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99/100
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Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentre (Discontinued)
99/100
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99/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is steareth-10 safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive/teratogenic classification for steareth-10 was identified, and available safety assessments (CIR/ECHA registries and standard toxicology listings) do not report reproductive toxicity. Ethoxylated fatty alcohols are not identified as reproductive toxicants in CIR or ECHA sources, so default scoring is 0/0/0.
- Is steareth-10 safe while breastfeeding?
- There is no evidence of systemic reproductive or lactation-related toxicity and no harmonised hazard. Dermal absorption from cosmetic use is generally low for steareth-type surfactants, so breastfeeding exposure is expected to be negligible.
- Is steareth-10 safe for baby skin?
- No infant-specific reproductive hazard or mechanism identified. Because ethoxylated surfactants can have measurable dermal transfer and infant skin has an immature barrier, exposure scoring is increased by +1 for babies (adult exposure negligible → infant exposure considered low/measurable).
- How does VeriMom score steareth-10?
- VeriMom scores steareth-10 at 100/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to steareth-10?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to steareth-10 based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.