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Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Our database includes 617 products that contain Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate.

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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.

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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
Masks
Sunscreens
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%

References

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