INCI · surfactant · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is the sodium salt of N-cocoyl derivatives of L-alanine, an amino acid-based surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids. It is registered under CAS # 90170-45-9 and EC # 290-478-9. According to CosIng, its official functions are hair conditioning and surfactant, making it suitable for use in both skin and hair cleansing formulations.
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surfactant● Benefits
As an amino acid-derived surfactant, it provides cleansing action while being considered mild in nature. It also offers hair conditioning properties alongside its cleansing function.
cleansing
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