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Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
Explained
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate is an organic salt with a naturally sweet odor. It is an alternative to traditional sulfates and is commonly found in "sulfate-free" products.
In cosmetics, this ingredient is used to increase the volume of foam, emulsify ingredients, and as a cleansing agent.
As a cleansing agent, sodium lauryl sulfoacetate helps reduce the surface tension of dirt, oil, and other pollutants so they can be rinsed away easily.
Cosmetic Ingredient Review found this ingredient to irritate the eyes and skin in concentrations of 0.18% and 0.7%.
See all 268 products with Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
Users who like it
4%
Users who avoid it
96%
What it does
Cleansing
To free from dirt, contamination, or impurities
Foaming
To produce or issue as foam; froth.
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.3%
Top categories
Cleansers
Treatments
Makeup
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
37947
INCI Name
SODIUM LAURYL SULFOACETATE
EC #
 217-431-7
All Functions
Cleansing, Foaming, Surfactant
