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Surfactant

LAURETH-7

CAS 3055-97-8 / 68439-50-9 / 9002-92-0
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A lauryl-alcohol ethoxylate with 7 EO units, used as a mild emulsifier. Safe at cosmetic grade but carries the usual dioxane caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective nonionic surfactant
  • Solubilizes oils in water
  • Mild for an ethoxylate

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylation can leave 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Requires purified cosmetic grade
  • Not ideal for very sensitive skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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