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Surfactant

SODIUM C12-14 OLEFIN SULFONATE

CAS 85536-12-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A short-chain olefin sulfonate surfactant used to foam and clean in rinse-off body washes. CIR-cleared as safe for rinse-off use; can be drying and mildly irritating to eyes at higher concentrations.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Foaming anionic surfactant
  • Effective rinse-off cleansing
  • Tolerates hard water

Known concerns

  • Mild to moderate skin/eye irritation at higher %
  • Drying on frequent leave-on contact
  • Not for damaged skin barrier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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