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Surfactant

SODIUM OLEATE

CAS 143-19-1 / 16558-02-4 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Sodium salt of oleic acid — a soft-soap surfactant. Cleans well but can be drying and irritate eyes in leave-on formulas.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Natural soap surfactant
  • Emulsifies oils
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Alkaline pH can be drying
  • Eye irritation potential

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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