OriginTypically derived from coconut or palm kernel oils through extraction of fatty alcohols and sulfate sources. Produced by sulfation of cetearyl alcohol, followed by neutralization with sodium carbonate or sodium hydroxide.
Sulfuric acid, mixed cetyl and stearyl esters, sodium salts
Formula
C34H70Na2O8S2
Mol. Weight
717.00
CAS #
59186-41-3
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
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.
Foaming
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Surfactant Cleansing
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Antimicrobial
Removes dirt and impurities
Creates cleansing foam
Lifts away dirt and oil
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed4 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
2 studies / 2 not sensitizing (CIR 116 and 532)
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
4 studies / 3 irritating / 1 not irritating / reactions moderate (CIR 116 and 532)
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
5 studies / 2 irritating / 3 not irritating / reactions slight to mild (CIR 532)
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