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Surfactant

RHAMNOLIPIDS

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A glycolipid biosurfactant produced by Pseudomonas fermentation. Used as a gentle, biodegradable cleanser and emulsifier with skin-compatibility data; concentrated forms can irritate eyes.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Bio-based glycolipid surfactant
  • Very mild on skin
  • Readily biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Eye corrosive at high concentrations
  • Quality varies by fermentation source
  • Limited long-term cosmetic dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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