Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: ORISTAR LHS, MACKAM LHS, 1-Dodecanaminium, N-(2-hydroxy-3-sulfopropyl)-N, Inner salt, OBAZOLIN AHS-103, Hydroxide
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Plant Oil
Clean
Dodecyl(2-hydroxy-3-sulphonatopropyl)dimethylammonium
Formula
C17H37NO4S
Mol. Weight
351.50
CAS #
13197-76-7
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Functions
Antistatic
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic amphoteric surfactant. Created to provide mild cleansing properties suitable for personal care products, particularly in shampoos and body washes.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR