Surfactant
SODIUM C12-15 PARETH-3 SULFONATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A C12-15 alkyl ether sulfonate with only 3 ethoxylation units — strong cleansing power but with greater skin irritation potential than higher-EO analogs in this series. Best in short-contact rinse-off products.
Function
Skin benefits
- Strong cleansing power
- Cost-effective primary surfactant
- Stable in hard water conditions
Known concerns
- Higher irritation potential due to low EO content
- Drying with frequent use
- Sulfonate group can compromise skin barrier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related surfactants
Same plant / compound family
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