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Surfactant

POTASSIUM COCOYL RICE AMINO ACIDS

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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 gentle surfactant made from coconut fatty acid and rice amino acids, widely used in low-irritation cleansers. Excellent safety profile; well tolerated by sensitive skin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Very mild plant-based surfactant
  • Coconut + rice amino acid origin
  • Suitable for sensitive and baby skin
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Possible mild eye sting at high %
  • Less foaming than sulfates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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