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Surfactant

MAGNESIUM LAURYL HYDROXYPROPYL SULFONATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A magnesium-counterion lauryl hydroxypropyl sulfonate, milder than typical sulfate surfactants, used for cleansing and gentle foaming in personal-care products. No specific EU restrictions and a benign cosmetic profile.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing for skin and hair
  • Stable creamy foam
  • Magnesium counterion gentler on skin

Known concerns

  • Possible eye/skin irritation in concentrated rinse-off
  • Standard surfactant defatting at high levels
  • Limited modern toxicology dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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