OriginDerived from isethionic acid, a synthetic organic compound in the sulfonic acid family. Synthesized through the sulfonation of diethanolamine or ethanolamine followed by neutralization with sodium hydroxide.
Sodium 2-hydroxyethanesulphonate
Formula
C2H5NaO4S
Mol. Weight
148.12
CAS #
1562-00-1
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antistatic
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.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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