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Surfactant

SODIUM CAPROYL/LAUROYL LACTYLATE

CAS 13557-74-9/13557-75-0
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A mild surfactant and skin-conditioner made from coconut/lauric fatty acids and lactic acid. Generally well tolerated, biodegradable, with only minor irritation risk in rinse-off and leave-on.

Function

ANTI-SEBORRHEICANTIMICROBIALCLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing action
  • Conditions skin
  • Improves emulsion mildness
  • Plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Mild irritation potential at higher %
  • Rare sensitization

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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