When lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide are combined, a non-ionic surfactant called lauryl alcohol ethoxylate 7 is formed. It is a light-smelling liquid that is transparent and colourless. Shampoos, body washes, detergents, and cleansers all include lauryl alcohol ethoxylate 7, which is used in a wide range of personal care and home goods. Additionally, it is used in a few industrial processes like oilfield production and textile processing.