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Surfactant

SODIUM CETYL SULFATE

CAS 1120-01-0 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An anionic sulfate surfactant from cetyl (C16) alcohol — cleanses and foams effectively but, like SLS-class actives, can dry skin. Best kept to rinse-off products at modest levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective cleansing
  • Foam stabilization
  • Emulsification

Known concerns

  • Can be drying on skin
  • Mild to moderate irritation potential
  • Best in rinse-off only

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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