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lauroyl

American  
[lawr-oh-il, lor-] / ˈlɔr oʊ ɪl, ˈlɒr- /
Also lauryl

adjective

Chemistry.

  1. containing the lauroyl group.

Etymology

Origin of lauroyl

laur(ic) + -o- + -yl

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Shampoos with sodium lauroyl sarcosinate and sodium cocoyl glycinate can be good, milder, alternatives, says Agbai.

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