Very Disliked
Sodium Palm Kernelate
Explained
This ingredient is derived from the fatty acids of palm kernel oil and is considered a traditional soap.
It acts as a surfactant by making it easier for water to wash away dirt, oil, and other impurities.
See all 333 products with Sodium Palm Kernelate
Users who like it
5%
Users who avoid it
95%
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
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
Haircare
Masks
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
79901
INCI Name
SODIUM PALM KERNELATE
EC #
 263-097-0
All Functions
Cleansing, Emulsifying, Surfactant, Viscosity Controlling
