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Surfactant

PPG-3-LAURETH-12

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PPG/PEG ether of lauryl alcohol with 12 EO units. Functions as a mild non-ionic surfactant; lauryl base and ethoxylate byproducts keep it in upper-yellow rather than green.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle non-ionic surfactant
  • Compatible with anionic systems
  • Boosts foam volume

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Lauryl base — mild defatting potential
  • Limited human safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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