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Surfactant

POTASSIUM HYDROGENATED PALMATE

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

The potassium soap of hydrogenated palm acid, used as a cleansing surfactant in facial and body cleansers. Long history of safe use; sustainability of palm sourcing is the main non-safety concern.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective cleansing surfactant
  • Plant-derived (palm)
  • Produces creamy lather
  • Long-established soap chemistry

Known concerns

  • Palm sourcing has sustainability concerns
  • Higher pH can be drying

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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