Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Hydrotrope
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Hydrotrope
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Lifts away dirt and oil
Improves ingredient solubility
Traditional Use
Synthesized as a cumene (isopropylbenzene)-derived sulfonate in mid-20th century cosmetic chemistry. Created as a hydrotrope and solubilizing agent for formulation purposes.