Anionic cleansing surfactant
AMMONIUM COCOMONOGLYCERIDE SULFATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A coconut-derived sulfate surfactant that gives shampoos and body washes their lather. CIR-reviewed safe, though high concentrations can be drying on sensitive skin.
Skin benefits
- Coconut-derived surfactant for body washes and shampoos
- Produces effective foam and cleansing performance
- CIR Expert Panel reviewed as safe for cosmetic use
- Combines well with milder co-surfactants for balanced cleansing
Known concerns
- Sulfate surfactants can be drying on already dry or sensitive skin
- Anionic surfactants may irritate eyes if not balanced in formula
- Use levels can reach up to 29 percent in some cleansers
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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