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Surfactant

POLYGLYCERYL-10 TRILAURATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A mild non-ionic cleansing surfactant from decaglycerol and lauric acid that produces a stable, comfortable lather. Plant-derived and biodegradable; well-suited to gentle facial cleansers and shower gels.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Produces stable lather
  • Plant-derived (lauric acid + glycerol)
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Lower foam volume than sulphates
  • Limited dedicated safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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