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DISODIUM ETHYLENE DICOCAMIDE PEG-15 DISULFATE.

Avoid CAS - / CLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING

Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate acts as a surfactant, effectively reducing surface tension to aid in cleansing. It helps to remove dirt and oils from both skin and hair, while also boosting foam production and conditioning hair.

Summary

Cleansing Foam Boosting Hair Conditioning Surfactant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by lowering the surface tension of liquids, allowing it to efficiently emulsify and suspend impurities like dirt and sebum for easier removal from the skin and hair. Furthermore, it enhances the volume, texture, and stability of foam, and acts as a conditioning agent to leave hair supple and manageable.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The ingredient is a highly effective emulsifier and dispersant suitable for low-viscosity oil-in-water emulsions, demonstrating excellent stability without phase separation. Its water solubility and hygroscopic properties are observed to decrease with increasing molar mass, consistent with its PEG derivative nature.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk High

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not yet assessed Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate for safety. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) lists it as 'Restricted', flagging some concerns for potential carcinogenicity and reproductive toxicity associated with its chemical class. Multiple sources, including INCI Beauty and Paula's Choice, indicate a likelihood of irritation, with Paula's Choice noting that irritation, inflammation, or dryness may increase when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Moderate
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Given the absence of a CIR safety review, EWG's 'Restricted' classification with noted concerns regarding carcinogenicity and reproductive toxicity, and a clear potential for skin irritation, this ingredient presents significant safety liabilities that contraindicate its use in precision skincare formulations.

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