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Surfactant

LAURETH-5

CAS 3055-95-6 Updated
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Lauryl alcohol with five units of ethylene oxide — a common non-ionic surfactant and solubilizer. Effective and well studied; trace 1,4-dioxane is the recurring concern.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong cleansing power
  • Solubilizes essential oils
  • Stabilizes formulas

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane / ethylene-oxide
  • Eye and skin irritation in concentrate

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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