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SODIUM RAPESEEDATE.

Insufficient Data CAS 68440-17-5 / CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Sodium Rapeseedate is a salt of fatty acids derived from rapeseed oil, primarily functioning as a cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations, facilitating the removal of impurities and stabilizing immiscible ingredients.

Summary

cleansing emulsifying surfactant viscosity controlling

Science

Mechanism of Action

Acting as a surfactant, Sodium Rapeseedate significantly reduces the surface tension of liquids, enabling the effective solubilization and removal of oil-based impurities and particulate matter from the skin and hair. Furthermore, its emulsifying properties promote the formation of stable, homogeneous mixtures of otherwise unblendable substances, such as oil and water.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Specific optimal pH ranges for the stability of Sodium Rapeseedate have not been identified in current research. General insights from rapeseed proteins suggest that emulsion stability can be influenced by pH variations, though this is not directly applicable to Sodium Rapeseedate itself.

Conflicts

  • Potential for increased skin irritation when co-formulated with other ingredients known to cause sensitivity.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

While the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not specifically evaluated Sodium Rapeseedate, independent safety assessments rate it with a 'LOW' concern for issues such as cancer, allergies, immunotoxicity, and reproductive toxicity. It is also noted as free from common allergy-causing ingredients, and considered 'Teen SAFE', 'Lanolin Free', 'Soy Free', and 'Dye Free'.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While serving as an effective cleansing and emulsifying agent, comprehensive data on its optimal formulation parameters and specific skin benefits beyond basic hygiene remains limited for a definitive Moumoujus verdict.

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