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Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
This letter is an internal editorial classification of the ingredient, not a clinical evidence rating. It does not certify safety, suitability for your skin or the SPF of a finished product.
surfactant
One of the gentlest surfactants available. Amino acid-derived, does not strip the skin barrier. Used in CeraVe and other dermatologist-recommended cleansers.
Benefits
Ultra-gentle cleansing, amino acid-derived, preserves barrier
Risks & concerns
None. One of the safest surfactants.
Best for
Dry skinOily skinCombination skinSensitive skinNormal skin
Targets these concerns
Technical details
- INCI name
- Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
- CAS Number
- 137-16-6
- Category
- surfactant
- Comedogenic rating
- 0/5