Emulsifier, Surfactant

Laureth-12

Laureth-12 is a polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol (dodecanol), produced by ethoxylating lauryl alcohol with 12 units of ethylene oxide. It functions as both an emulsifier — helping oil and water phases blend stably in a formulation — and a mild surfactant/cleansing agent that helps break down and remove oils, dirt, and impurities from skin and hair. It is widely used in leave-on and rinse-off cosmetic products including primers, serums, cleansers, and hair colour treatments.