Surfactant
Laureth-3
A non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier used to help blend oil and water phases in cosmetic formulas.
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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Laureth-3 is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from lauryl alcohol, used to help combine oil and water-based ingredients.
Used in some creams and cleansers to help stabilize texture and combine ingredients evenly.
Key Benefits
Emulsifying function
Helps combine oil and water-based ingredients in a formula.
Suitable for
Main Actions
When it may be insufficient
It has no direct skincare benefit of its own — its role is entirely about formula texture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Laureth-3 do for skin?
Used in some creams and cleansers to help stabilize texture and combine ingredients evenly.
Who should use Laureth-3?
Laureth-3 is suitable for: use depends on overall formula and concentration.
Are there any warnings about Laureth-3?
It has no direct skincare benefit of its own — its role is entirely about formula texture.
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