Surfactant
SODIUM/TEA-LAUROYL HYDROLYZED KERATIN
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A blended sodium/TEA cleansing surfactant tied to hydrolyzed keratin protein. Mild and conditioning, but the TEA component flags nitrosamine concerns if combined with nitrosating preservatives.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild cleansing with conditioning
- Keratin-protein hair-strengthening
- Reduces stripping vs SLS
- Foam booster
Known concerns
- TEA component can form nitrosamines with nitrosating agents
- Animal-derived (not vegan)
- Hair/keratin allergen risk in rare cases
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related surfactants
Same plant / compound family
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