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Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
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.
Explained
This ingredient is a surfactant and foam producer.
See all 274 products with Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Users who like it
30%
Users who avoid it
70%
What it does
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
0.2%
Top categories
Cleansers
Treatments
Lip Care
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
83446
INCI Name
SODIUM COCOYL ALANINATE
EC #
 290-478-9
All Functions
Hair Conditioning, Surfactant