Surfactant
DISODIUM PEG-8 LAURYL DIMETHICONE SULFOSUCCINATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A PEG-modified silicone sulfosuccinate — gives rich, smooth foam in cleansers as a milder alternative to alkyl sulfates. Safe at use levels; PEG component requires standard impurity control.
Function
Skin benefits
- Rich foam in cleansers
- Mild compared to alkyl-sulfate surfactants
- Silicone modification gives smooth feel
- Works well in sulfate-free formulations
Known concerns
- PEG ethoxylation — 1,4-dioxane impurity potential
- Silicone backbone has environmental persistence
- Combined silicone-PEG compound has limited individual toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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