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Surfactant

POTASSIUM MACADAMIATE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A soap-like cleansing ingredient that can help oils rinse away, but it can be a bit drying compared with gentler surfactants.

Potassium Macadamiate is the potassium salt of Macadamia Acid. This is a soap-like potassium salt of fatty acids used for cleansing and foam support. Fatty acid soaps are not especially systemically toxic, but they can be more alkaline and more stripping than gentler modern surfactants.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Known concerns

  • Can feel drying or irritating on sensitive skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.