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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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
Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
Is it fungal acne safe?
This ingredient hasn’t been shown in studies to feed fungal acne yeast.
See all 2,270 products with Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Users who like it
31%
Users who avoid it
69%
What it does
Cleansing
To free from dirt, contamination, or impurities
Surfactant
When added to liquid, surfactants may act as detergents, wetting agents, emulsifiers, foaming agents, and dispersants
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
1.7%
Top categories
Cleansers
Masks
Haircare
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
100%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
79383
INCI Name
SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE
EC #
 263-052-5
All Functions
Cleansing, Hair Conditioning, Surfactant
