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Surfactant

TEA-COCO-SULFATE

48

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A coconut-derived sulfate surfactant neutralised with triethanolamine. Cleans well but the TEA portion can form nitrosamines with certain co-ingredients, and sulfates strip skin oils — better used in rinse-off.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong cleansing
  • Stable foam

Known concerns

  • Nitrosamine formation risk with nitrosating co-ingredients
  • Skin and eye irritation
  • Drying to skin barrier
  • TEA scrutiny under EU CMR review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.