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Surfactant

MAGNESIUM COCOATE

Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Magnesium salts of coconut fatty acids — a gentle cleansing soap and anticaking agent. Coconut-derived, biodegradable, well tolerated; just mildly alkaline like most soaps.

Function

ANTICAKINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing surfactant
  • Functions as anticaking agent in solid products
  • Helps build viscosity in cleansers
  • Coconut-derived and biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Mildly alkaline
  • Coconut allergy is rare but reported

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.