Surfactant
C14-15 PARETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A mild ethoxylated ether carboxylic acid surfactant with a slightly longer C14-15 chain. Cleanses gently and foams well; broadly safe at the levels used in cleansers.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild ether carboxylic acid surfactant
- Effective foaming and soil removal
- Gentler than sulfates
- Good skin compatibility
Known concerns
- Possible 1,4-dioxane trace from ethoxylation
- Petroleum-derived alkyl chain
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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