1-Tetradecanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(3-sulfopropyl)-, inner salt
Formula
C19H41NO3S
Mol. Weight
363.60
CAS #
14933-09-6
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.
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic amphoteric surfactant developed as a gentle cleansing agent. Created to provide mild detergency with reduced irritation compared to traditional surfactants.