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Surfactant

POTASSIUM LAURETH-4 CARBOXYLATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild ether-carboxylate surfactant on a laureth-4 backbone — used as a gentler alternative to sulfates. Skin-friendly, with the standard laureth dioxane purification caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild ether carboxylate surfactant
  • Gentler than sulfate-based cleansers
  • Suitable for sensitive skin shampoos
  • Good foam profile

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from laureth segment
  • Quality depends on purification grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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