Is Laureth-4 comedogenic?
A polyethylene-glycol ether of lauryl alcohol that acts as an emulsifier and wetting agent.
This is informational, not medical advice.
Category: surfactant
Laureth-4
Comedogenic Rating: 5 / 5 (High risk)
Mechanism & Risk:
A polyethylene-glycol ether of lauryl alcohol that acts as an emulsifier and wetting agent. It is rated at the top of most lists, and the ethoxylated lauryl chain is why it is often flagged.
Common INCI Aliases: PEG-4 lauryl ether, polyethylene glycol 4 lauryl ether, laureth 4
Scientific References: getskinscore.com; porecloggingcheck.com; labelpeek.com; skincarisma.com
Other names for Laureth-4
- PEG-4 lauryl ether
- polyethylene glycol 4 lauryl ether
- laureth 4
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