Laureth-7 Good Cleansing Agent No known benefits Laureth-7 at a glance Used as a cleansing agent/emulsifier/texture enhancer in cosmetic formulas Derived from lauryl alcohol (a non-drying fatty alcohol derived from coconut oil) Liquid in its raw material form Proven track record of safety in cosmetic use Laureth-7 description Form of lauryl alcohol (a non-sensitising fatty alcohol derived from coconut oil) that can function as a cleansing agent and texture enhancer. Despite information found on the Internet, there’s no substantiated evidence that this ingredient is problematic for oily skin.