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Surfactant

LAURETH-1 PHOSPHATE

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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 phosphate ester of laureth-1 used as a mild surfactant and emulsifier. The very short ethoxy block (1 EO) limits dioxane control, dropping it to the lower end of yellow despite a generally manageable safety class.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective anionic emulsifier
  • Mild cleansing action
  • Boosts foam stability

Known concerns

  • Very low EO (1) — limited purification of dioxane
  • Phosphate-ester eye irritation potential
  • Lauryl chain mildly defatting

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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