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Surfactant

C10-14 ALKYL BENZENESULFONIC ACID

CAS 85117-49-3
38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid — a powerful detergent more typical of household cleaners than skincare. Significant skin and eye irritant; not appropriate for leave-on cosmetic use.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong cleansing action
  • Effective oil and dirt removal

Known concerns

  • Strong skin and eye irritant
  • Aquatic toxicity concerns
  • More aggressive than gentler surfactants
  • Limited use in modern leave-on cosmetics

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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C10-14 ALKYL POLYPROPANEDIOL-3 MYRISTATE
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