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Surfactant

SODIUM HYDROGENATED COCOATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A coconut-derived soap (sodium salt of hydrogenated coconut fatty acids) used as a cleansing surfactant. Classic, well-tolerated soap chemistry — the alkaline pH is the main caveat for sensitive or dry skin.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing surfactant
  • Plant-derived from coconut oil
  • Generates rich lather in soap-style cleansers

Known concerns

  • Soap chemistry — pH typically alkaline
  • Mildly drying at high concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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