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Surfactant

SODIUM PEG-4 LAURAMIDE SULFATE

55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A PEG-modified sulfate surfactant derived from lauric acid. Produces foam and cleanses skin. The PEG portion may carry trace 1,4-dioxane impurities if not vacuum-stripped; mild irritation possible at high use levels.

Function

ANTISTATICCLEANSINGFOAMINGHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Effective cleansing action
  • Foam generation in wash products

Known concerns

  • PEG ethoxylation may introduce trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Sulfate surfactant irritation risk at elevated concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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