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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Category: Surfactant
Brief Description: Derived from coconut oil, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate is a very gentle surfactant used in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products.
Benefits: Provides mild cleansing and a dense, luxurious foam.
Skin Type Suitability/Concerns: Especially suitable for sensitive and dry skin due to its mildness.
Target Audience: Used in many personal care products, especially those marketed as "gentle" or "for sensitive skin."
Chemical Composition: A fatty acid derived from coconut oil combined with isethionic acid.
Physical Aspect: Can be in flake or noodle-like form.
Compatibility: Compatible with most other cosmetic ingredients.
Concentration: Varies depending on the product.
Side Effects/Adverse Reactions: Rare, but can cause irritation in some individuals.
Regulatory Status: Approved for use in cosmetics in many regions.
Sustainability/Ethical Considerations: Derived from coconut oil, so the primary sustainability concern is the farming practices of coconut.