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Surfactant

SODIUM DODOXYNOL-40 SULFATE

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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

An alkylphenol ethoxylate sulfate. Strong cleanser but the alkylphenol class is flagged for endocrine and environmental concerns; cosmetic use is declining.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong cleansing
  • Foam boosting

Known concerns

  • Alkylphenol metabolite endocrine activity
  • Aquatic toxicity
  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace
  • REACH restrictions on parent class

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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