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Surfactant

AMMONIUM LAURYL SULFOSUCCINATE

CAS 221391-03-3 Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A mild anionic sulfosuccinate surfactant from coconut-derived fatty acids. Widely used in face washes and baby cleansers thanks to its gentleness and low irritation profile.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant
  • Good cleansing with low irritation
  • Excellent for sensitive skin and baby cleansers
  • Renewable feedstock

Known concerns

  • Minor eye irritation at high rinse-off concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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