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Surfactant

SODIUM SAFFLOWERATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

The sodium soap of safflower seed oil fatty acids. Acts as a gentle plant-based cleanser; a well-tolerated, biodegradable surfactant with no notable safety concerns at typical use levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle skin cleansing
  • Stable foam in soap bars
  • Plant-based and biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Alkaline pH if not buffered
  • Minimal aside from typical soap-base drying

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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