Surfactant
SODIUM C12-15 ALKETH-7 CARBOXYLATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A mild ether-carboxylate cleanser closely related to other Sodium C12-15 alketh carboxylates. Generally well tolerated; QC of trace 1,4-dioxane is the main concern.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild cleansing
- Good foam
- Better skin tolerance than SLES
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane
- Eye irritation in concentrate
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related surfactants
Same plant / compound family
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