Laureth-4

  • May Cause Acne
  • May Worsen Oily Skin
  • Surfactant
  • Antistatic

Not rated A basic ingredient widely used in most products, such as purified water, or one that is not suitable for star-rating-based preference analysis.

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About Laureth-4

Laureth-4 is a polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol.[1] The number 4 at the end of the name refers to the average number of ethylene oxide units added. It changes the balance between water-loving and oil-loving portions, resulting in differences in cleansing and emulsifying performance and sensory feel. In cosmetics, it is used to reduce static electricity that causes hair strands to lift or stick together, create emulsified formulations in which water and oil are evenly mixed, and prevent the characteristic odor or taste of raw materials from becoming too prominent.[2] It is also used to lower surface tension so ingredients can wet, mix, and spread evenly.[2]

Laureth-4 Details

Ingredient function
Antistatic, Emulsifying, Masking, Surfactant
Main product categories
Moisturizing/Nourishing Shampoo, Body Wash, Hair Spray
INCI name
LAURETH-4
CosIng ID
34915

Laureth-4 References

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