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Surfactant

PPG-3-LAURETH-10

Updated
77

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mid-EO lauryl ether (3 PPG, 10 EO) used as a mild non-ionic surfactant. Standard laureth class with the usual lauryl-defatting and dioxane-control caveats; upper-yellow placement.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Effective o/w emulsifier
  • Boosts foam volume

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Lauryl base — mildly defatting
  • Mild eye irritation at high use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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