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SODIUM CUMENESULFONATE.

Valuable CAS 32073-22-6 / 28348-53-0 / SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - HYDROTROPE

Sodium Cumenesulfonate functions as a crucial hydrotrope and solubilizer, integral for maintaining cosmetic product clarity and consistency. It significantly enhances the dispersion and penetration of active ingredients and essential oils, thereby improving their overall efficacy in dermal applications. This compound also serves as an effective wetting agent and emulsifier, contributing to uniform product application and stable, smooth textures.

Summary

Hydrotrope Solubilizer Wetting Agent Emulsifier Surfactant (Cleansing)

Science

Mechanism of Action

Operating primarily as a hydrotrope, Sodium Cumenesulfonate substantially increases the solubility of challenging organic compounds and bolsters anionic surfactant systems within aqueous solutions. This action optimizes the uniform dispersion of active ingredients and essential oils throughout a formulation. Furthermore, it acts as a wetting agent, ensuring even spread on the skin, and as an emulsifier, facilitating stable mixtures of oil and water-based components, ultimately enhancing the penetration and therapeutic delivery of active drugs in topical preparations.

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 chemical stability across a broad pH and temperature spectrum, maintaining its efficacy in both acidic and alkaline formulations. While generally stable under typical storage, it shows sensitivity to excessive moisture and high temperatures. Its aqueous solutions are typically neutral to slightly alkaline, with a pH between 7 and 9.

Conflicts

  • strong acids
  • strong bases
  • strong oxidizers

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has deemed Sodium Cumenesulfonate safe for cosmetic use, provided formulations are designed to be non-irritating. Concentrations exceeding typical cosmetic levels may induce skin irritation. Regulatory bodies such as the FDA and EPA have classified related compounds and Sodium Cumenesulfonate itself as safe for various applications, including as an inert ingredient in non-food pesticides and as a 'Safer Chemical' of low concern. No specific SCCS opinion is currently available.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Sodium Cumenesulfonate is a valuable formulation enhancer, crucial for maintaining product stability, solubilizing key ingredients, and optimizing active delivery in various skincare applications.

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