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Amphoteric surfactant

HYDROXYLAURYL/HYDROXYMYRISTYL BETAINE

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A hydroxyl-modified alkyl betaine amphoteric surfactant offering mild cleansing and conditioning in shampoos and body washes. The hydroxyl group enhances mildness.

Skin benefits

  • Mild amphoteric surfactant
  • Hydroxyl-modified for improved mildness
  • Conditioning effect
  • Good foam in mild systems

Known concerns

  • Limited specific safety data
  • Mild irritation at high concentrations
  • Possible amidoamine impurity concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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