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Surfactant ingredient

Laureth-23

A polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol with 23 ethylene oxide units, used as a nonionic emulsifier and surfactant in serums and creams.

Also known as: peg-23 lauryl ether, polyethylene glycol 23 lauryl ether

EmulsifyingSurfactant

Benefits

  • ✓Effective nonionic emulsifier for stable oil-in-water emulsions
  • ✓Improves product spreadability and texture

Watch for

  • ⚠Generally safe at cosmetic concentrations; may cause mild irritation in very sensitive individuals
At a glance
CategorySurfactant
IrritancyModerate–high
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 2 products
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Products with Laureth-23

C E Ferulic With 15% L-Ascorbic AcidSerum
SkinCeuticals
C E Ferulic With 15% L-Ascorbic Acid
C E FerulicSerum
SkinCeuticals
C E Ferulic