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Ingredient · Emulsifier

Sodium lauroyl lactylate

Cleaner · 8/10, higher is cleaner

How we reached this

Mild surfactant + emulsifier derived from lactic acid + lauric acid. EWG hazard 1. Often used as a sulfate-free replacement for sodium lauryl sulfate in baby wash and shampoo. Generally well-tolerated.

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About this rating

Ratings run 1–10, higher is cleaner, and are set editorially against the sources above — see the methodology page for how an ingredient rating becomes part of a product score. Last reviewed 2026-05-25.