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Surfactant

DICYCLOHEXYL SODIUM SULFOSUCCINATE

CAS 23386-52-9 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A dialkyl sulfosuccinate surfactant that boosts foam and wetting in cleansers. Like its siblings in the class, best deployed in rinse-off products with attention to sensitisation in leave-on use.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - HYDROTROPESURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Foam boosting
  • Wetting
  • Cleansing

Known concerns

  • Mild eye and skin irritation potential
  • Sensitisation possible in leave-on
  • Best in rinse-off

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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