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Expert Verdict
Anionic sulfate surfactant with known irritation potential similar to sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS); can cause skin dryness and eye irritation at higher concentrations; not ethoxylated, so no 1,4-dioxane concern. Magnesium counterion version of SLS; synthetic/plant origin; the magnesium salt form can offer slightly different foam characteristics and formulation aesthetics compared to sodium salt
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Is Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
Anionic sulfate surfactant with known irritation potential similar to sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS); can cause skin dryness and eye irritation at higher concentrations; not ethoxylated, so no 1,4-dioxane concern. Magnesium counterion version of SLS; synthetic/plant origin; the magnesium salt form can offer slightly different foam characteristics and formulation aesthetics compared to sodium salt The EU classifies Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate functions as: Cleansing agent; surfactant (cleansing). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3097-08-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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