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Surfactant

GLYCERETH-3 SOYATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A glycerin-PEG ester of soy fatty acids used as a mild cleansing surfactant and foam booster. Bio-based and low-EO, so supplier purity caveats are minimal compared with high-PEG variants.

Function

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing surfactant
  • Bio-based soy fatty-acid backbone
  • Low EO count limits dioxane risk

Known concerns

  • PEG-class — supplier purity controls needed
  • Soy origin — possible allergen concern
  • Mild eye irritation in rinse-off

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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