MIPA-Laureth Sulfate

Good

Cleansing Agent

No known benefits

MIPA-Laureth Sulfate at a glance

  • Gentle cleansing agent/surfactant
  • Commonly used in transparent oil-based body washes or facial cleansing oils
  • Often combined with propylene glycol—this duo is noted for its excellent lathering action
  • Can be used in waterless formulas (including water-free shampoo concentrates)

MIPA-Laureth Sulfate description

MIPA-laureth sulfate is a gentle cleansing agent/surfactant. It is a popular ingredient choice when cosmetic chemists are looking to formulate transparent oil-based body washes or facial cleansing oils. It is also used in other types of skin care products, including creams and serums. MIPA-laureth sulfate is often combined with propylene glycol—this duo is noted for its excellent lathering action and can be used in waterless formulas (including water-free shampoo concentrates). A note on sulfates: While many brands make “sulfate-free” claims insinuating that sulfates as entire category are bad for your skin/hair/health, research has not shown that to be true. See related ingredient sulfates for the in-depth explanation.

MIPA-Laureth Sulfate references

  • UL Prospector, Accessed January 2022, ePublication
  • Ensapol, Accessed January 2022, ePublication

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

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