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Amino acid surfactant

LAUROYLGLYCINE LYSINATE

CAS 161138-07-4
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Mild amino-acid derived surfactant combining lauric acid, glycine and lysine. Used in gentle cleansers as a sulfate alternative with good skin tolerance and biodegradability.

Skin benefits

  • Amino-acid based surfactant, milder than sulfates
  • Biodegradable structure
  • Good skin compatibility versus harsher cleansers
  • Conditioning effect on skin and hair

Known concerns

  • Limited public safety dossier
  • Possible mild irritation at high concentrations
  • Sparse independent toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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