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Surfactant

SODIUM MYRISTYL ASPARTATE

Updated
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

An amino acid surfactant — myristic acid linked to aspartic acid, a building block already present in skin. Cleanses gently, with low irritation and a clean biodegradability profile.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing surfactant
  • Skin-compatible amino acid backbone
  • Low irritation potential
  • Good biodegradability

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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