INCI · surfactant · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate is the monopotassium salt of the N-coco acyl derivative of glutamic acid. It is an amino acid-based surfactant derived from coconut oil and glutamic acid. It is commonly used in facial cleansers, body washes, and shampoos, often in formulations targeting mild or low-pH cleansing.
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surfactant● Benefits
As an amino acid-derived surfactant, it provides gentle cleansing while being considered mild on skin. It also offers hair conditioning properties according to its official CosIng-listed functions.
cleansinghair-conditioning
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