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Surfactant

POTASSIUM CAPRYLOYL GLUTAMATE

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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 amino-acid-derived surfactant built on glutamate that gives gentle, low-irritation cleansing. Especially common in baby washes, sensitive-skin face cleansers, and "no-tears" formulas due to its excellent eye compatibility.

Function

DEODORANTSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amino-acid based surfactant
  • Excellent skin and eye compatibility
  • Biodegradable
  • Effective in low-irritation cleansing systems

Known concerns

  • Foaming performance can be modest alone
  • Sensitive to hard water
  • Primarily a cleansing aid

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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