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Ingredient Directory
Low Concern

Laureth-2

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

This ingredient helps products effectively clean skin and hair, mix oil and water components, and achieve a desirable texture and consistency. [2, 3, 4, 7, 8]

Function & Common Use

Function

Surfactant, Emulsifier

Category

Surfactant, Emulsifier

Common In

-

Origin

-

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laureth-2 safe to use in skincare?

Laureth-2 has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. This ingredient helps products effectively clean skin and hair, mix oil and water components, and achieve a desirable texture and consistency. [2, 3, 4, 7, 8]

Is Laureth-2 allowed in India?

Laureth-2 is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Laureth-2 used for in cosmetics?

Laureth-2 functions as: Surfactant, Emulsifier. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

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