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Surfactant ingredient

Laureth-10

A polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol with 10 ethylene oxide units, used as a mild nonionic surfactant and emulsifier in cleansers and creams.

Also known as: peg-10 lauryl ether, polyethylene glycol 10 lauryl ether

EmulsifyingSurfactantCleansing

Benefits

  • ✓Stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions
  • ✓Mild cleansing agent suitable for rinse-off and leave-on formulations

Watch for

  • ⚠May cause mild irritation at high concentrations; generally considered safe at cosmetic use levels
At a glance
CategorySurfactant
IrritancyModerate–high
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

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Products with Laureth-10

Kind to Skin Moisturizing Facial WashCleanser
Simple
Kind to Skin Moisturizing Facial Wash