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Surfactant

SODIUM LANOLATE

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A soap-like sodium salt of lanolin fatty acids used as a mild cleansing surfactant. Lanolin chemistry has decades of safe use; the small subset with lanolin allergy should avoid it.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing surfactant
  • Skin-conditioning lanolin fatty acids
  • Long history in soap chemistry
  • Good emulsifying capacity

Known concerns

  • Lanolin allergy possible in sensitised individuals
  • Animal-derived (wool wax)
  • Pesticide residues controlled by sourcing
  • Not suitable for vegan formulations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.