Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate
Explained
This ingredient is a sulfate-free surfactant. It is made by combining a fatty acid with taurine.
According to a manufacturer, the taurine component of this ingredient makes it suitable for sensitive skin. As a surfactant, it helps cleanse without stripping and helps produce a creamy foam.
See all 200 products with Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate
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
0.2%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Sunscreens
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
37966
INCI Name
SODIUM METHYL STEAROYL TAURATE
EC #
 205-738-9
All Functions
Cleansing, Foaming, Surfactant
