Amino acid surfactant
LAUROYLGLYCINE LYSINATE
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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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