Surfactant
SODIUM PALM GLYCERIDE SULFONATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A sulfonated glyceride surfactant from palm-derived glycerides used in syndet bars and cleansers. Cleans well and is milder than SLS, but can still cause dryness at higher use levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective cleansing surfactant
- Stable in syndet bars
- Reasonable mildness vs. SLS
Known concerns
- Can dry skin at higher concentrations
- Less mild than amino-acid surfactants
- Palm sourcing concerns
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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