Surfactant
SODIUM PEG-7 OLIVE OIL CARBOXYLATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An olive-oil derived PEG surfactant used in mild cleansers. Cleans without stripping. Safe at cosmetic levels with purified grades that minimise 1,4-dioxane traces.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild cleansing surfactant
- Olive-derived backbone
- Good foam in mild formulas
Known concerns
- PEG processing — trace 1,4-dioxane possible
- Choose purified grades
- Mild eye irritation possible undiluted
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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