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Surfactant

LAURETH-30

CAS 9002-92-0 Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A high-ethoxylation laureth surfactant used to mix oils into water. Safe at cosmetic-grade purity, with the standard PEG-class 1,4-dioxane purification caveat.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective solubilizer for oils
  • Mild surfactant
  • Stable emulsifier
  • Compatible with most actives

Known concerns

  • PEG-class 1,4-dioxane residual risk
  • Possible enhanced skin penetration
  • Petrochemical-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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