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Surfactant

SODIUM LAURATE

CAS 629-25-4
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Classic soap surfactant — sodium salt of lauric acid. Cleans and foams well but its high pH can dry sensitive skin. Best in rinse-off bar formats.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Soap-based surfactant from coconut/palm
  • Effective foaming and cleansing
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Alkaline pH — can disrupt skin barrier
  • Drying with frequent use
  • Not ideal for sensitive skin

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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