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Surfactant

DISODIUM C12-14 SEC-PARETH-3 SULFOSUCCINATE

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A sulfosuccinate surfactant with low ethoxylation (3 EO) — more cleansing power but somewhat harsher than higher-EO siblings. PEG/pareth purification matters for trace dioxane.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - HYDROTROPESKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective surfactant
  • Good foaming
  • Compatible with anionic systems

Known concerns

  • Lower EO chain means more irritation potential
  • PEG/pareth trace dioxane risk
  • Possible eye and skin irritation
  • Aquatic toxicity concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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