Snapshot
- Overview
- A mild surfactant that cleanses gently and rinses away easily.
- Category
- Cleansing, Emulsifying
- Type
- Surfactant
Laureth-8
Laureth-8 is a nonionic PEG lauryl ether that works as a mild surfactant and solubilizing emulsifier. Cleansers and light creams use it to improve rinse-off, disperse small amounts of oils or fragrance, and keep formulas uniform at low levels.
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Our take
Is Laureth-8 a Good Ingredient?
Rated Good because it's an effective nonionic surfactant and solubilizer that supports gentle cleansing and stable, uniform formulas with typically low irritation. Its performance is reliable at modest use levels without heavy residue, which is enough for a solid Good.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Provides mild cleansing that rinses away easily, helping skin feel fresh rather than stripped. Improves slip for smoother application and a more comfortable after-feel.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in gel cleansers, micellar waters, and lightweight moisturizers to keep formulas uniform. Also used in makeup removers to help disperse oil-soluble residues in a water-based format.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally low risk, though it can cause mild eye or skin irritation in very sensitive users. As a PEG-derived material, trace 1,4-dioxane can be present, but reputable manufacturing minimizes residues.
Products with Laureth-8
