Sodium Oleoyl Sarcosinate is the sodium salt of oleoyl sarcosine that conforms to the formula:(structure)
Formula
C21H38NNaO3
Mol. Weight
375.50
CAS #
14351-62-3
Form
Powder
Functions
Skin 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 Miscellaneous
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Improves skin feel
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a mild amino acid-based surfactant derived from oleic acid. Created to provide gentler cleansing than traditional soaps while maintaining effectiveness.