OriginDerived from coconut or palm kernel oil fatty acids and isethionic acid, both petroleum or plant-derived sources. Synthesized through esterification and sulfonation of lauric acid, then neutralized with sodium hydroxide.
Sodium 2-sulphonatoethyl laurate
Formula
C14H27NaO5S
Mol. Weight
330.42
CAS #
7381-01-3
Form
Liquid
State
Other Solid
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.
Foaming
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Locks in moisture
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