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Surfactant

SAPONINS

CAS 8047-15-2 / 11006-75-0 / 72231-29-9
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Natural foaming compounds from plants like soapwort and quillaja. Old-school gentle cleanser. Generally fine on skin, though some sources sting the eyes.

Skin benefits

  • Natural foaming
  • Mild cleansing
  • Plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Eye/mucosal irritation depending on source
  • Variable composition
  • Quillaja saponins flagged as eye irritants

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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