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LAURETH-13
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Laureth-13 is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Laureth-13 is the polyethylene glycol 13-mole ether of lauryl alcohol (dodecanol), CAS 9002-92-0. CosIng lists it with emulsifying and surfactant functions and no EU restrictions in Annex III. Mid-range ethoxylation (EO13) provides balanced hydrophile-lipophile balance suitable for a variety of cosmetic applications. The laureth series is among the most extensively studied surfactant families; CIR and SCCS opinions on fatty alcohol ethoxylates support safety at normal cosmetic concentrations. 1,4-dioxane is the primary impurity concern and is regulated under EU cosmetic GMP.
Skin benefits
- Effective o/w emulsifier for lotions and creams
- Provides good foaming properties in cleansers
- Improves product texture and stability
Known concerns
- 1,4-dioxane trace contamination from ethoxylation process
- Mild eye irritation potential
- May enhance skin penetration of other ingredients at high concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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