surfactant

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Coconut Foaming Agent)

Also known as SCI
INCI: SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE
CAS 61789-32-0
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Coconut Foaming Agent)** is a cleansing agent that helps remove dirt, oil, and impurities from the skin and hair.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Surfactant; primary cleanser; syndet bar base
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Not safe
Fungal Acne
Not safe
Details

Description

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Coconut Foaming Agent)** is a cleansing agent that helps remove dirt, oil, and impurities from the skin and hair.

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
61789-32-0
INCI
SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE
Category
surfactant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026