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DISODIUM 2-SULFOLAURATE/MYRISTATE.

Valuable / CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING

Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate/Myristate is a high-performance cleansing agent and surfactant, crucial for creating effective lather in rinse-off formulations. This ingredient enhances the stability and texture of products across a wide pH range.

Summary

Cleansing Agent Surfactant - Foam Boosting

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a primary surfactant, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate/Myristate functions by significantly reducing the surface tension between liquids, allowing oil and water to efficiently mix. This action enables the effective lifting and removal of impurities from the skin and hair, while also boosting foam production for a rich cleansing experience.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

This ingredient exhibits exceptional stability under various storage conditions and temperatures, allowing for its use across a broad pH spectrum. It facilitates micellar thickening, which can create viscous formulations without the need for additional thickeners, and enhances the conditioning properties of polymers. Achieving clear formulations is possible through the strategic incorporation of co-surfactants.

Synergies

  • Polymers (for enhanced conditioning effects)
  • Co-surfactants (for achieving clear formulations)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Unknown
Sensitization risk Low

The EPA Safer Chemical program considers 'Disodium 2-sulfolaurate' (a related compound) to be of low concern based on available experimental and modeled data. It is listed on the EPA TSCA Inventory as a Pre-Manufacture Notices (PMN) substance. While generally well-tolerated, approximately 11.1% of 117 aggregated GHS reports indicate a potential for skin or serious eye irritation. Individual FDA approval is not specified, though it may be used as a component within products covered by broader standards. SkinSAFE classifies 'Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate' as safe for teens, babies, eyelids, and irritant-free.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate/Myristate is a valuable cleansing agent and foam booster, offering robust stability and broad skin compatibility across all skin types, with a generally low risk of irritation.

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