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SODIUM STEAROAMPHOPROPIONATE.

Valuable / CLEANSING, FOAMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING

Sodium Stearoamphopropionate is an amphoteric surfactant employed for its multifunctional properties in cosmetic formulations, including effective cleansing, robust foaming, and hair conditioning. It plays a role in enhancing product texture and facilitating the removal of impurities.

Summary

Cleansing Foaming Hair Conditioning Surfactant Viscosity Controlling

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions as a surfactant by significantly lowering the surface tension at interfaces, thereby enabling the efficient emulsification and removal of oils and dirt from the skin and hair. It also effectively boosts foam generation and contributes to conditioning effects.

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 demonstrates stability when exposed to light and heat; however, it is prone to deliquescence in environments with high humidity. Careful formulation is advised to mitigate this sensitivity.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has thoroughly evaluated Sodium Stearoamphopropionate, along with other fatty amphocarboxylates, concluding its safety in cosmetic applications under current use practices and concentrations. This safety assessment is contingent upon formulations being designed to be non-sensitizing.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Sodium Stearoamphopropionate is a valuable amphoteric surfactant for cleansing and foaming products, confirmed safe for cosmetic use when properly formulated to be non-sensitizing.

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