Mea-Laureth Sulfate

Mea-Laureth Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameMEA-LAURETH SULFATE
FunctionCLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number68184-04-3
Prevalence4 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Face Cleansers 50%Body Lotions 25%Makeup Removers 25%

Frequently asked

What does Mea-Laureth Sulfate do in skincare?
Mea-Laureth Sulfate functions as a cleansing, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Mea-Laureth Sulfate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Mea-Laureth Sulfate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (50% of its uses).

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