Sodium Arganate

Sodium Arganate 1
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Sodium Arganate 2
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AKA: Argan Oil Saponified, Argan Saponified
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
OriginArgania spinosa is a tree native to Morocco, belonging to the Sapotaceae family. Cold-pressed from the argan kernel. Saponified with sodium hydroxide to create the sodium salt derivative used in cosmetics.
Sodium Arganate is the sodium salt of the fatty acids derived from Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil.
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2019
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR