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Potassium Laurate
AKA “LAURIC ACID, POTASSIUM SALT, RefChem:175508, Potassium dodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid, potassium salt, potassium;dodecanoate”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Potassium laurate
AKA: LAURIC ACID, POTASSIUM SALT, RefChem:175508, Potassium dodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid, Potassium salt, Potassium;dodecanoate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A plant-derived cleanser that removes dirt and oil while helping blend water and oil-based ingredients together for a smooth, unified texture.
Formula
C12H23KO2
Mol. Weight
238.41
CAS #
10124-65-9
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A soap-like surfactant created by combining potassium with lauric acid (derived from coconut or palm oil). Developed in the 20th century as a mild, natural-origin alternative to synthetic surfactants for cleansing products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR