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Laureth-23

Laureth-23


3Moderate risk. A common trigger for acne-prone skin, especially leave-on products.

Related to laureth-4 but generally rated lower.

What it does


emulsifier

How solid is that number


The rating is graded moderate. Reasonably supported, but from fewer or less direct sources than the best-established ratings.

It describes the raw ingredient in isolation. In a finished product, how much is present and where it sits in the ingredient list matter just as much. Run the whole label through the checker to see it in context.
Laureth-23 in its raw form
Laureth-23