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Surfactant

SODIUM LAURETH-16 CARBOXYLATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ether carboxylate surfactant — milder than sulfates, gives gentle foaming. Generally well tolerated, but the PEG-process can leave 1,4-dioxane traces unless purified.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle foaming and cleansing
  • Milder than sulfates

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane
  • PEG-class scrutiny

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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