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Surfactant

POTASSIUM BEHENATE

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Potassium soap of behenic acid (a long-chain plant fatty acid). Used to stabilise creams and as a mild cleanser. Generally very safe at cosmetic levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild plant-derived soap
  • Stabilises emulsions and bars
  • Long-chain fatty acid salt

Known concerns

  • Soap pH can be drying
  • Mild irritation possible
  • No major safety flags

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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