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Surfactant

CAPRYLYL LAUROYL ARGININAMIDE SULFATE

Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A cationic amino-acid surfactant pairing arginine with caprylyl/lauroyl chains. Class-typical mild profile, used for conditioning and antimicrobial benefit in cleansers.

Function

ANTIPLAQUE

Skin benefits

  • Mild cationic-amino-acid surfactant
  • Conditioning and antimicrobial action
  • Compatible with sensitive-skin cleansers

Known concerns

  • Sulfate counter-ion — class-typical mild eye irritation
  • Limited published cosmetic safety data
  • Possible cationic surfactant cumulative effects

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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