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Surfactant

LAURYL HYDROXYETHYL IMIDAZOLINE

CAS 136-99-2 Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An imidazoline-based surfactant derived from lauric acid — used for mild cleansing and hair conditioning. Generally gentle, though imidazolines can occasionally cause sensitization.

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant — gentle cleansing
  • Hair-conditioning and antistatic
  • Compatible with various surfactant systems
  • Effective at low use levels

Known concerns

  • Imidazolines can occasionally trigger contact sensitization
  • Quality and impurity profile varies by source
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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