Surfactant
C9-11 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A gentle plant-sugar surfactant from coconut/palm and glucose. CIR-reviewed as safe when formulated to be non-irritating; rare allergy reports keep it just shy of green.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild non-ionic surfactant
- Biodegradable
- Effective cleanser
Known concerns
- Possible irritation if not formulated correctly
- Rare allergic contact dermatitis
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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