Glyceryl Lauryl Ether

AKA: Laureth glycerol ether

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Clean

3-Dodecyloxypropane-1,2-diol

CAS #

1202686-00-7

Form

Oil

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

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

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

CIR Safety Findings

Not Phototoxic (CIR Panel on the ingredient group)

CIR Panel statement covering this group of ingredients; not tested individually (CIR 588)

Concentration Guide

Leave-onNot reported

Rinse-off7%

0%50%100%

CIR reported use · 2011 survey

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR