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Surfactant

POTASSIUM OLEATE

CAS 143-18-0 / 23282-35-1 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Potassium soap of oleic acid. A traditional plant-derived cleanser used in liquid soaps; can be drying because soaps tend to be alkaline.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Soap-class surfactant from olive/canola
  • Good foaming and cleaning
  • Biodegradable
  • Plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Alkaline pH can disturb skin barrier
  • Drying with frequent use
  • Eye irritation in concentrate

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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