Potassium Lauroyl Glutamate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Potassium N-lauroyl-L-glutamate, Amisoft LK-11, 77704-57-5, Glutamic acid, Potassium salt, POTASSIUM LAUROYL GLUTAMATE [INCI], 89187-78-0
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Not Clean
L-Glutamic acid, N-(1-oxododecyl)-, monopotassium salt
Formula
C17H30KNO5
Mol. Weight
367.50
CAS #
77704-57-5
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.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Removes Impurities
Conditions Hair
Removes dirt and impurities
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
A modern amino acid-based surfactant created by combining lauric acid with glutamic acid (an amino acid). Developed in Japan in the 1970s-80s as a gentle, naturally-derived alternative to harsh synthetic detergents for sensitive skin care.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR