Cleansing Agent Skin Conditioning Agent Surfactant Antimicrobial Sebum Regulating
Science
Mechanism of Action
Functions as an amphiphilic surfactant, emulsifying impurities for gentle cleansing. Its undecylenoyl moiety also exhibits antimicrobial properties, helping to balance skin microflora and manage excess sebum.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Medium confidence
Effective range
1–10%
Optimal
N/A
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
Not commonly dusted
The Formula
Formulation
Optimal pH
4 – 7
0 7 14
Stability
Maintains stability across typical cosmetic pH ranges, ideally between pH 4.0 and 7.0.
Synergies
- Other mild surfactants
- Humectants
- Anti-acne agents
Safety
Safety Profile
Sensitization risk Low
Generally well-tolerated with minimal irritation potential.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low
Our Assessment
Verdict
Valuable
A valuable multi-functional ingredient providing gentle cleansing, conditioning, and balancing benefits suitable for various skin types.
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