Skip to content

Surfactant

SODIUM LAUROYL/MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE

88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A gentle, biodegradable amino-acid surfactant made from coconut fatty acids and glutamic acid. One of the kinder cleansers — common in low-irritation shampoos and facial washes.

Function

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amino-acid surfactant
  • Low eye and skin irritation
  • Biodegradable, plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Mild defatting at high use levels
  • No significant concerns at typical concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related surfactants

88
C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-40 (FORMERLY C12-14 SEC-PARETH-40)
Surfactant
 88
CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL GLUCOSIDE
Surfactant
 88
COCO-GLUCOSIDE
Surfactant
 88
COCOYL HYDROLYZED OAT PROTEIN
Surfactant
 88
SODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE
Surfactant
 88
SODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMINATE
Surfactant
 88
SODIUM COCOYL THREONINATE
Surfactant
 88
SODIUM LAUROYL/MYRISTOYL ASPARTATE
Surfactant

Same plant / compound family

88
SODIUM LAUROYL/MYRISTOYL ASPARTATE
Surfactant

Check your shelf

Find SODIUM LAUROYL/MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains SODIUM LAUROYL/MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.