Characteristics
- INCI
- Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
- CAS
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68187-32-6
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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269-087-2
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- L-Glutamic Acid, N-Coco Acyl Derivs., Monosodium Salts
- Functions
- cleansing, surfactant
Для кого подходит
Description
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a gentle cleansing ingredient made from coconut fatty acids and glutamic acid, an amino acid. It belongs to the family of surfactants, which means it helps water mix with oil and dirt so they can be rinsed away. In formulas, it’s often used as a co-surfactant to make cleansers feel milder, creamier, and less stripping than harsher foaming agents.
For skin, it can help create a soft, comfortable cleanse without leaving that tight, squeaky-clean feeling many people dislike. For hair, it supports cleansing while helping formulas feel smoother and less drying. It’s especially appealing for people with normal to dry skin, sensitive-feeling skin, or anyone who prefers low-irritation cleansers and sulfate-free formulas.
Caveat: “Mild” doesn’t mean universally tolerated, and any cleanser can feel drying if it’s too strong for your skin type or used too often. The overall formula matters more than this ingredient alone, including the pH, surfactant blend, and added moisturizers.
Found in products (2 073 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Natura Siberica (39 продуктов)
