Sodium Linoleate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Sodium (9Z, 12Z)-octadeca-9, 12-dienoate, Linoleic acid, Sodium salt, PRISAVON L, Sodium salt (1:1)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Sodium (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
Formula
C18H31NaO2
Mol. Weight
302.40
CAS #
822-17-3
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Traditional Use
Derived from linoleic acid (an essential omega-6 fatty acid) found in various plant oils, historically valued in traditional skincare for its skin-conditioning and barrier-supporting properties when incorporated into modern cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR