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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 395 products with Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
Users who like it
12%
Users who avoid it
88%
What it does
Cleansing
To free from dirt, contamination, or impurities
Foaming
To produce or issue as foam; froth.
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
0.3%
Top categories
Cleansers
Treatments
Haircare
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
37947
INCI Name
SODIUM LAURYL SULFOACETATE
EC #
 217-431-7
All Functions
Cleansing, Foaming, Surfactant
