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Surfactant

SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE

CAS 68439-57-6 Updated
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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

A foaming anionic surfactant marketed as a sulfate-free cleanser, but still moderately drying and a known eye irritant. Best left to rinse-off products at controlled levels.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong cleansing and foam
  • Cheap and effective
  • Sulfate-free alternative
  • Hard-water tolerant

Known concerns

  • Can be drying with frequent use
  • Eye irritant
  • Still moderately stripping despite sulfate-free claim

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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