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LAURETH-17 CARBOXYLIC ACID.

Insufficient Data CAS 27306-90-7 / CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Laureth-17 Carboxylic Acid serves as a proficient surfactant, adept at reducing surface tension to facilitate the harmonious mixing of oil and water phases. This ingredient functions as both a cleansing agent and an emulsifier, effectively aiding in the removal of fats and impurities from skin and hair.

Summary

Surfactant Cleansing Agent Emulsifier

Science

Mechanism of Action

This compound primarily operates as a surfactant, strategically lowering the surface tension at interfaces between immiscible phases, such as oil and water. This reduction in tension promotes stable dispersion and emulsification within formulations. On the skin, it acts as a cleansing agent, efficiently solubilizing and washing away lipid-based soil and other particulate matter, while also stabilizing emulsions.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low 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

Analogous Laureth Carboxylic Acids exhibit pH-dependent behavior, presenting as nonionic under acidic conditions and anionic in alkaline environments. Related compounds, specifically Laureth-11 Carboxylic Acid, demonstrate stability and effectiveness across a broad pH spectrum, including acidic, neutral, and dilute alkaline conditions, which suggests robust pH stability for this class of ingredients.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not conducted a specific review of Laureth-17 Carboxylic Acid. While related ingredients like Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) have been identified as potential dermal and ocular irritants, they were not found to be sensitizers, with recommendations for careful formulation. Elevated concerns regarding potential contamination with Ethylene Oxide and 1,4-Dioxane impurities have been highlighted by EWG Skin Deep, though risks for cancer, allergies, immunotoxicity, and developmental/reproductive toxicity are rated as low.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While Laureth-17 Carboxylic Acid effectively functions as a surfactant and cleansing agent, the absence of specific CIR review, clinical efficacy data, and noted contamination concerns warrant a cautious evaluation of its inclusion in formulations.

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