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Surfactant

MAGNESIUM LAURETH-8 SULFATE

CAS 62755-21-9 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A magnesium-salt ethoxylated sulfate with a longer 8-EO chain — milder than typical SLES because of the extra ethoxylation. Solid mainstream surfactant; 1,4-dioxane purity remains the standard PEG caveat.

Skin benefits

  • Mild ethoxylated sulfate with high foaming
  • Milder than 1-3 ethoxylates because of longer EO chain
  • Pairs well with amphoteric co-surfactants

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk — supplier purification matters
  • Possible mild eye irritation
  • Some lipid stripping with frequent leave-on contact

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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