Very Disliked
Potassium Cocoate
Coconut Derived
Coconut-derived ingredients are made from coconut oil or other parts of the coconut, often processed into surfactants, emulsifiers, emollients, or fatty acids. They're widely used in cleansers and moisturizers, but may be a concern for those with coconut allergies or sensitivities.
Can worsen Dry Skin
Some ingredients have the potential to dry out skin, especially in higher concentrations or for those with already dry or sensitive skin. Not everyone will experience dryness from them. How your skin reacts can depend on the product, concentration, and your unique skin type.
Explained
This ingredient is the potassium salt of coconut acid. Coconut acid is created by mixing fatty acids from coconut oil.
It is an emulsifier, surfactant, and cleanser. According to a manufacturer, it contains glycerin.
See all 381 products with Potassium Cocoate
Users who like it
3%
Users who avoid it
97%
What it does
Emulsifying
The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Surfactant
When added to liquid, surfactants may act as detergents, wetting agents, emulsifiers, foaming agents, and dispersants
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.3%
Top categories
Cleansers
Masks
Eye Care
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
3%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
79516
INCI Name
POTASSIUM COCOATE
EC #
 263-049-9
All Functions
Emulsifying, Surfactant
