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Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Explained
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It is a surfactant derived from sarcosine, and a common source is coconut oil.
As a surfactant, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate helps lift dirts, oil, and other molecules to be washed away. In leave-on products, this ingredient is used as an emulsifier. Emulsifier help prevent ingredients such as oils and waters from separating.
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is also commonly found as a foaming agent in shampoo, toothpaste, and shaving foam. It is amphiphilic, meaning it loves both water and fats.
See all 1,024 products with Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Users who like it
18%
Users who avoid it
82%
What it does
Cleansing
To free from dirt, contamination, or impurities
Emulsifying
The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Foaming
To produce or issue as foam; froth.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Alternative names
Sarcosyl
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
1%
Top categories
Cleansers
Sunscreens
Masks
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
37941
INCI Name
SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE
EC #
 205-281-5
All Functions
Antistatic, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Foaming, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity Controlling
