MIPA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
AKA: 1-aminopropan-2-ol;4-dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
p-Dodecylbenzenesulphonic acid, compound with 1-aminopropan-2-ol (1:1)
CAS #
54590-52-2, 42504-46-1
Form
Liquid
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant developed in the 20th century as a detergent and foaming agent for cleansing products. Created to replace soap-based cleansers with a more stable, pH-controlled alternative.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR