Surfactant

And)Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate

Surfactant; primary cleanser; foam booster
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Surfactant; primary cleanser; foam booster

Purpose

Function

Surfactant; primary cleanser; foam booster
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationnone
MoSadequate
NOAEL1200 mg/kg
ConcernNone
Verdict

The mildest anionic surfactant class available. Glutamic acid-derived, coconut-based. Optimal pH 5.0–6.0 perfectly aligns with the skin's natural acid mantle, minimizing protein denaturation and ceramide extraction. Produces moderate, creamy foam appreciated in premium facial cleanser positioning. COSMOS/ECOCERT certifiable. OECD 301B biodegradability >60% in 28 days. First-choice anionic for sensitive, atopic, and pediatric formulations.

US Note

Amino acid-based surfactant; not individually CIR reviewed but broadly used in premium facial cleansers. COSMOS/ECOCERT certified. Optimal pH 5.0–6.0 aligns with skin acid mantle. OECD 301B biodegradability >60% in 28 days.

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

Category
Surfactant
Updated
Apr 23, 2026

No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.