Laureth-100
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Laureth-100 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Laureth-100 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Laureth-100?
Laureth-100 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Laureth-100 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Laureth-100 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Laureth-100 do in cosmetic products?
Laureth-100 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent, surfactant - cleansing.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 13/10/2014