Characteristics
- INCI
- Sodium Palmate
- CAS
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61790-79-2
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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263-162-3
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- Functions
- cleansing, emulsifying, surfactant, viscosity controlling
Для кого подходит
Description
Sodium Palmate is the sodium salt of palmitic acid, and it’s one of the classic soap-making ingredients. You’ll most often see it in bar soaps and cleansing bars, where it helps create a solid structure and contributes to that familiar lather. In formulas, it acts mainly as a cleanser and surfactant, lifting away oil, dirt, and residue from skin and hair.
For people who like a traditional, squeaky-clean wash, Sodium Palmate can be a good fit. It’s especially common in body bars and shampoo bars designed for a firmer texture and a rich foam. Because it’s a soap-based cleanser, it may feel a bit more stripping than modern syndet cleansers, particularly on very dry, sensitive, or barrier-compromised skin. Hair can also feel less soft after use if the formula isn’t balanced with conditioning ingredients.
Bottom line: Sodium Palmate is useful for effective cleansing and bar stability, but it’s not usually the best choice for those who prefer ultra-gentle, low-foaming, or moisture-preserving cleansers.
Found in products (584 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Dove (15 продуктов)
