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Surfactant

SODIUM C10-15 PARETH SULFATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

An ethoxylated alcohol sulfate surfactant — chemical cousin of SLES. Strong foaming cleanser; main concern is the recurring 1,4-dioxane impurity question and routine surfactant irritation.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGFOAMING

Skin benefits

  • Effective foaming surfactant
  • Used in shampoos and body washes
  • Well-known cleansing power

Known concerns

  • Pareth sulfate — possible 1,4-dioxane impurity
  • Anionic surfactant — eye and skin irritation in concentrate
  • Strips skin lipids in heavy use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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