The Basics On Laureth-23
What is Laureth-23?
Derived from lauryl alcohol and used either as a surfactant or emulsifier.
What are other names for Laureth-23?
ALPHA-DODECYL-OMEGA-HYDROXYPOLY(OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL), LAURETH-23, PEG-23 LAURYL ETHER, POLY(OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL), .ALPHA.-DODECYL-.OMEGA.-HYDROXY-, POLY(OXY1,2ETHANEDIYL), αDODECYLωHYDROXY, POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL (23) LAURYL ETHER, and POLYOXYETHYLENE (23) LAURYL ETHER
What is Laureth-23 used for?
In cosmetics and personal care products, laureth-23 functions as a surfactant and emulsifier. It can be found in bath, cleansing, hair, and sunscreen products. It is also used in cuticle softeners, deodorants, and moisturizing products. … High HLB emulsifiers such as laureth-23 give rise to oil-in-water emulsions.
How Laureth-23 is classified
Thickeners/Emulsifiers, Cleansing Agents, Texture Enhancer
Recommendations for using Laureth-23 during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Laureth-23 During Pregnancy
What we know about using Laureth-23 while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Laureth-23 from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Laureth-23
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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