Cleansing Agent

3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid

3-AMINOPROPANE SULFONIC ACID

A multifunctional ingredient that helps formulations mix smoothly and perform effectively

Acetamide Mea

ACETAMIDE MEA

A multifunctional ingredient that conditions skin whilst helping formulations feel lighter and more stable

Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide

Natural prebiotic typically synthesized from sugars Helps support a healthy microbiome

Aminophylline

AMINOPHYLLINE

A methylxanthine derivative studied for its potential effects on localised skin concerns

Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane

AMINOPROPYL TRIETHOXYSILANE

A silane coupling agent used primarily in cosmetic formulation and texture enhancement

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate

AMMONIUM LAURETH SULFATE

A synthetic surfactant that removes oil and dirt through emulsification and suspension

Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate

AMMONIUM LAURYL SULFATE

A surfactant that cleanses and foams, with potential for skin irritation at higher concentrations

Arachidyl Glucoside

Mild surfactant and emulsifying agent | Often used to enhance the texture of skin care products, such as facial creams

Avocado Oil Glycereth-8 Esters

AVOCADO OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS

A plant-derived cleansing agent that removes oil and impurities whilst maintaining skin balance

Babassuamidopropyl Betaine

BABASSUAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

A gentle surfactant derived from babassu oil, commonly used in cleansers and conditioners

Behentrimonium Methosulfate

Skin-friendly emulsifier and surfactant

Brassica Oleracea Italica Sprout Powder

BRASSICA OLERACEA ITALICA SPROUT POWDER

A plant-based powder that gently cleanses and conditions the skin

C12-14 Pareth-5

C12-14 PARETH-5

A gentle surfactant that removes oil and impurities from skin

C20-40 Acid

C20-40 ACID

A surfactant commonly used in cleansing formulations

Capramide DEA

CAPRAMIDE DEA

A conditioning surfactant that cleanses while maintaining moisture balance

Capryl/Capramidopropyl Betaine

CAPRYL/CAPRAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

A mild surfactant that cleanses and conditions whilst maintaining skin balance

Capryloyl Glycine

Synthetic amino acid derivative that functions to soften skin and condition hair Can also be used as a surfactant

Caprylyl Glucoside

CAPRYLYL GLUCOSIDE

A gentle plant-derived surfactant that cleanses without disrupting skin barrier function

Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether

CAPRYLYL GLYCERYL ETHER

A gentle surfactant that cleanses and stabilises foam in skincare formulations

Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside

CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL GLUCOSIDE

A gentle plant-derived cleanser that removes oil and impurities without harsh stripping

Cetearamidoethyldiethonium Succinoyl Hydrolyzed Pea Protein

CETEARAMIDOETHYLDIETHONIUM SUCCINOYL HYDROLYZED PEA PROTEIN

A plant-derived conditioning agent that helps cleanse whilst maintaining skin softness

Ceteareth-20

Fatty (non-irritating) alcohol often used to thicken/enhance the texture of skin care formulas

Ceteth-10 Phosphate

CETETH-10 PHOSPHATE

A gentle surfactant that removes oil and impurities whilst maintaining skin balance

Ceteth-20 Phosphate

Mild cleansing agent made from derivatives of phosphoric acid and cetyl alcohol | Helps control the viscosity of liquid emulsions

Cetyl Betaine

Surfactant

Type of salt formed with a compound with acidic + basic properties

Chrysanthemum Sinense Flower Extract

CHRYSANTHEMUM SINENSE FLOWER EXTRACT

Plant-derived cleansing extract with mild surfactant properties

Citrus Aurantifolia Oil

CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA OIL

A citrus essential oil with traditional purifying properties and aromatic appeal

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract

CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA PEEL EXTRACT

A citrus-derived extract with cleansing and conditioning properties

Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride

COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINAMIDE MEA CHLORIDE

A coconut-derived surfactant that cleanses and stabilises foam in formulations

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Gentle cleansing ingredient used in face and body washes | Can be naturally derived or synthetic

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Mild cleansing agent derived from coconut oil | Boosts lather and helps thicken skin care formulas

Cocamidopropylamine Oxide

COCAMIDOPROPYLAMINE OXIDE

A coconut-derived surfactant that cleanses and conditions in hair and body formulations

Coco Betaine

Surfactant derived from coconut oil

Coco-Glucoside

C8-C16 fatty alcohol glucoside

Mixture of a fatty alcohol from coconut oil and the sugar glucose

Coco-Glucoside and Decyl Glucoside

Coco-Glucoside

Gentle plant-derived cleansing agents

Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

COCODIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN

A conditioning agent derived from wheat protein, used to improve texture and manageability

Coconut Oil Aminoethoxyethanol Amides

COCONUT OIL AMINOETHOXYETHANOL AMIDES

A coconut-derived surfactant that creates lather and controls texture in cleansers and foaming products

Cocoyl Glutamic Acid

COCOYL GLUTAMIC ACID

A plant-derived surfactant and emollient that cleanses whilst conditioning skin

Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen

COCOYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A coconut-derived conditioning agent that cleanses whilst supporting skin and hair hydration

Cocoyl Methyl Glucamide

COCOYL METHYL GLUCAMIDE

A coconut-derived surfactant that cleanses whilst conditioning skin and hair

Decyl Alcohol

DECYL ALCOHOL

A fatty alcohol that conditions and stabilises formulations

Decyl Glucoside

Primarily used as a surfactant (cleansing agent)

Di-PPG-2 Myreth-10 Adipate

DI-PPG-2 MYRETH-10 ADIPATE

A lightweight emollient that conditions and softens skin whilst supporting product texture

Diethanolaminooleamide DEA

DIETHANOLAMINOOLEAMIDE DEA

A surfactant that stabilises foam and texture in cleansing formulations

Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone

DIPHENYLSILOXY PHENYL TRIMETHICONE

A silicone polymer that smooths texture and conditions skin without heavy residue

Disiloxane

Part of the siloxane group of silicones | Imparts slip and anti-foaming properties into formulas

Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate

Disodium cocoamphodiacetate is a mild detergent cleansing agent

Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate

DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIPROPIONATE

A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil, used primarily in cleansers and conditioning products

Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate

DISODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE

A coconut-derived cleanser that removes oil without aggressive stripping

Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate

DISODIUM ETHYLENE DICOCAMIDE PEG-15 DISULFATE

A coconut-derived surfactant that cleanses and enhances foam in rinse-off formulations

Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate

Cleansing agent found in products such as face wash, bubble bath, and shampoo

Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates

Lauriminodipropionic Acid

A mixture of esters formed from a blend of tocopherol phosphates with lauriminodipropionic acid

Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate

DISODIUM LAUROAMPHODIACETATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses whilst maintaining skin's natural balance

Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate

DISODIUM LAURYL SULFOSUCCINATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses effectively whilst minimising irritation

Disodium Oleamido PEG-2 Sulfosuccinate

DISODIUM OLEAMIDO PEG-2 SULFOSUCCINATE

A gentle surfactant that cleanses and stabilises formulations

Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate

DISODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE

A gentle amino acid-derived cleanser and conditioning agent for mild formulations

Disodium Succinate

DISODIUM SUCCINATE

A mild surfactant and masking agent used in cleansing and emulsifying formulations

Distearyldimonium Chloride

Dimethyldioctadecylammonium Chloride

Cationic surfactant that helps cleanse skin

Ethyl Butylacetylaminopropionate

ETHYL BUTYLACETYLAMINOPROPIONATE

A skin-conditioning agent with established use in protective formulations

Heptyl Glucoside

HEPTYL GLUCOSIDE

A gentle plant-derived surfactant that cleanses without stripping the skin

Horse Fatty Acyl Glutamic Acid

HORSE FATTY ACYL GLUTAMIC ACID

A plant-derived surfactant that cleanses while supporting skin's natural moisture balance

Hydrolyzed Candida Bombicola Extract

HYDROLYZED CANDIDA BOMBICOLA EXTRACT

A fermentation-derived cleanser that works to remove oil and impurities from the skin

Hydroxystearyl Glucoside

HYDROXYSTEARYL GLUCOSIDE

A gentle humectant and skin conditioning agent derived from plant sources

Inulin Lauryl Carbamate

INULIN LAURYL CARBAMATE

A plant-derived emulsion stabiliser that helps formulations stay uniform and smooth

Isoceteth-20

Mild surfactant, noted for its ability to gently cleanse with minimal disruption to skin’s barrier

Isopropyl Alcohol

ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL

A volatile solvent commonly used in formulations to dissolve other ingredients and control texture

Isostearamide DEA

Used as a cleansing agent

Isostearamide Mipa

ISOSTEARAMIDE MIPA

A multifunctional surfactant that stabilises formulations and reduces static charge

Isostearic Acid

Fatty acid

Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen

ISOSTEAROYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A conditioning agent derived from hydrolysed collagen, designed to improve skin and hair texture

Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin

ISOSTEAROYL HYDROLYZED KERATIN

A keratin-derived conditioning agent that strengthens and smooths hair and skin

Jojoba Oil PEG-150 Esters

JOJOBA OIL PEG-150 ESTERS

A water-soluble jojoba derivative that conditions without a greasy feel

Lauramide Dea

Lauric Acid Diethanolamide

Functions as an antistatic agent, cleansing agent, foam booster, and viscosity controller in cosmetic formulas.

Lauramidopropyl Betaine

Gentle cleansing agent most commonin shampoo products

Lauramine Oxide

LAURAMINE OXIDE

A mild surfactant that cleanses and conditions whilst controlling texture

Laureth-21

LAURETH-21

A mild surfactant that helps dissolve and distribute ingredients evenly in formulations

Laureth-23

Multitasking cosmetic ingredient that’s often used as a cleansing agent

Laureth-7

Used as a cleansing agent/emulsifier/texture enhancer in cosmetic formulas

Laureth-7 Citrate

LAURETH-7 CITRATE

A plant-derived surfactant that cleanses and removes impurities without harsh stripping

Lauric Acid

Natural component of skin’s oil Plays a role in reinforcing skin’s innate defenses by strengthening its microbiome

Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide

LAUROYL/MYRISTOYL METHYL GLUCAMIDE

A gentle sugar-derived surfactant and conditioning agent for cleansing and softening

Lauryl Betaine

Surfactant used in skin, hair and body care for cleansing | Helps stabilise foam in rinse-off products

Lauryl Glucoside

Lauryl Hydroxysultaine

LAURYL HYDROXYSULTAINE

A mild surfactant and conditioning agent commonly used in cleansing formulations

Laurylpyridinium Chloride

LAURYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE

A quaternary ammonium compound with purifying and antistatic properties

Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA FLOWER EXTRACT

A floral extract with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties

Linoleamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate

Cola®Lipid SAFL

Skin and hair conditioning ingredient

Macadamia Seed Oil Glycereth-8 Esters

MACADAMIA SEED OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS

A plant-derived surfactant that cleanses whilst retaining skin's natural oils

Magnesium Laureth-8 Sulfate

MAGNESIUM LAURETH-8 SULFATE

A gentle sulfate cleanser derived from magnesium and lauryl alcohol

Magnesium Oleth Sulfate

Mild cleansing agent.

Manicouagan Clay

MANICOUAGAN CLAY

A mineral clay with absorbent properties, traditionally used to help manage oily and congested skin

Mentha Piperita Extract

MENTHA PIPERITA EXTRACT

A cooling botanical extract with antioxidant and skin-soothing properties

Morus Alba Extract

MORUS ALBA EXTRACT

A plant extract with antioxidant properties, traditionally used to support skin resilience

Myristyl Betaine

MYRISTYL BETAINE

A mild surfactant that cleanses and conditions without stripping the skin

Oleic Acid

Omega-9 fatty acid for deep moisturisation

Oleth-20

Non-ionic surfactant and cleansing agent | Helps oil and water ingredients merge within formulas

Oleth-3 Phosphate

OLETH-3 PHOSPHATE

A surfactant that helps cleansers and emulsions work effectively on skin

Olive Acid

OLIVE ACID

A fatty acid derived from olive oil with cleansing and emulsifying properties

PCA Ethyl Cocoyl Arginate

PCA ETHYL COCOYL ARGINATE

A coconut-derived conditioning agent that moisturises whilst helping hair and skin feel smoother

Peach Kernel Oil Glycereth-8 Esters

PEACH KERNEL OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS

A plant-derived surfactant that cleanses whilst maintaining skin's natural oils

PEG-100 Stearate

Multitasking ingredient that can be used as an emulsifier/cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas | May also be utilized to deliver a soft, moisturised feel to skin, thanks to its emollient properties

PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate

PEG-120 METHYL GLUCOSE TRIOLEATE

A multifunctional cleansing agent and emollient derived from glucose and plant oils

PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate

Thickener used in hair and skin care products | Also an emulsifier

PEG-75 Stearate

PEG-75 STEARATE

A surfactant that helps stabilise and blend formulations, commonly used in sunscreens and cleansers

PEG-90 Glyceryl Isostearate

PEG-90 GLYCERYL ISOSTEARATE

A synthetic cleansing agent that removes oil and makeup from the skin

Pei-14 PEG-24/PPG-16 Copolymer

PEI-14 PEG-24/PPG-16 COPOLYMER

A synthetic polymer that reduces clumping and improves powder texture in formulations

Petroleum Distillates

PETROLEUM DISTILLATES

A petroleum-derived solvent and antifoaming agent used in cosmetic formulation

Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate

POLYGLYCERYL-10 DILAURATE

A gentle surfactant that helps cleanse and stabilise skincare formulations

Polyglyceryl-20 Hexacaprylate

POLYGLYCERYL-20 HEXACAPRYLATE

A surfactant that helps oils and water blend smoothly in skincare formulations

Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate

POLYGLYCERYL-3 LACTATE/LAURATE

A gentle surfactant derived from plant-based sources, designed for effective cleansing

Polyglyceryl-4 Caprylate/Caprate

POLYGLYCERYL-4 CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE

A solubilising agent that helps stabilise and blend oil and water-based ingredients

Polysilicone-2

POLYSILICONE-2

A silicone polymer that conditions and stabilises formulations

Potassium Borageate

POTASSIUM BORAGEATE

A potassium salt that functions as a gentle cleansing agent in skincare formulations

Potassium Camelliate

POTASSIUM CAMELLIATE

A potassium salt derived from camellia that functions as a gentle cleansing agent

Potassium Cocoate

Cleansing agent and surfactant derived from coconut oil | Used to create lather and remove dirt and oil

Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate

POTASSIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE

A gentle plant-derived cleanser that conditions whilst removing impurities

Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate

A gentle cleansing agent derived from coconut oil and the amino acid glycine. | Creates a creamy, luxurious lather.

Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A plant-derived conditioning agent that combines coconut oil and collagen hydrolysate

Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED KERATIN

A coconut-derived conditioning agent that softens skin and hair

Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Oat Protein

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED OAT PROTEIN

A mild plant-derived cleanser and conditioner from coconut and oat proteins

Potassium Olivoyl Hydrolyzed Oat Protein

POTASSIUM OLIVOYL HYDROLYZED OAT PROTEIN

A plant-derived cleanser and conditioner from oat and olive oil

Potassium Olivoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

POTASSIUM OLIVOYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN

A plant-derived cleansing agent derived from wheat protein and olive oil

Potassium Palm Kernelate

POTASSIUM PALM KERNELATE

A plant-derived surfactant that cleanses and thickens formulations

Potassium Sunflowerseedate

POTASSIUM SUNFLOWERSEEDATE

A plant-derived surfactant that cleanses whilst maintaining skin barrier integrity

PPG-1 Trideceth-6

PPG-1 TRIDECETH-6

A lightweight humectant and surfactant that conditions skin and aids formula stability

Prebiotic Complex

Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide

Feeds beneficial bacteria for microbiome health

Propylene Glycol Isostearate

Mixture of propylene glycol and isostearic acid used as an emollient and emulsifier.

Propylene Glycol Laurate

PROPYLENE GLYCOL LAURATE

A penetration enhancer that helps active ingredients reach deeper skin layers

Propylene Glycol Oleate

PROPYLENE GLYCOL OLEATE

A multi-functional ester that conditions skin and helps formulations blend

Quaternium-87

QUATERNIUM-87

A synthetic conditioning agent primarily used in hair and cleansing products

Rice Bran Acid

RICE BRAN ACID

A mild cleansing ingredient derived from rice processing by-products

Rice Oil Glycereth-8 Esters

RICE OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS

A plant-derived cleansing agent that removes oil and impurities without stripping the skin

Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract

SALVIA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT

A herb-derived extract with antioxidant and soothing potential for skin-comforting and skin resilience

Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract

SANGUISORBA OFFICINALIS ROOT EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to tone and refresh the skin

Sarcothalia Crispata

SARCOTHALIA CRISPATA

A marine-derived surfactant and cleansing agent from red algae

Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine

SHEA BUTTERAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

A plant-derived surfactant that cleanses while maintaining skin's natural moisture balance

Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Versatile synthetic copolymer used as a dispersing agent and thickener | Helps form stable emulsions

Sodium C12-14 Olefin Sulfonate

SODIUM C12-14 OLEFIN SULFONATE

A synthetic surfactant that cleanses and creates lather in rinse-off products

Sodium Caproyl Methyltaurate

Mild surfactant and cleansing agent | Not one of the more commonly used surfactants

Sodium Caproyl Prolinate

SODIUM CAPROYL PROLINATE

A multifunctional amino acid derivative that conditions skin and hair whilst supporting hydration

Sodium Coceth Sulfate

SODIUM COCETH SULFATE

A gentle sulfate surfactant derived from coconut oil, used primarily in cleansing formulations

Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate

SODIUM COCO PG-DIMONIUM CHLORIDE PHOSPHATE

A plant-derived cleansing agent with purifying and conditioning properties

Sodium Cocoa Butterate

SODIUM COCOA BUTTERATE

A plant-derived cleanser that removes oil and impurities from the skin surface

Sodium Cocoate

Surfactant derived from coconut acid | Also acts as an emulsifying agent

Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate

SODIUM COCOYL ALANINATE

A coconut-derived surfactant that cleanses while providing conditioning and lubrication

Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids

Made from amino acids derived from coconut. | Works as a gentle cleansing and skin-replenishing ingredient

Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids

SODIUM COCOYL APPLE AMINO ACIDS

A gentle coconut-derived cleanser designed to remove impurities whilst preserving skin barrier function

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate

Mild cleansing agent made from glutamic acid and coconut oil | Considered non-irritating to skin

Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate

Amino acid-derived cleansing agent | Also used in hair care products

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Coconut-derived cleansing agent regarded as compatible with sensitive skin | Known to mitigate disruption of skin’s barrier

Sodium Cocoyl Methyl Isethionate

SODIUM COCOYL METHYL ISETHIONATE

A gentle, coconut-derived cleanser that removes oil and impurities without stripping the skin

Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate

SODIUM COCOYL SARCOSINATE

A gentle coconut-derived cleanser that conditions whilst it removes dirt and oil

Sodium Cocoyl Taurate

SODIUM COCOYL TAURATE

A coconut-derived cleanser that removes oil and impurities from skin and hair

Sodium Cocoyl/Olivoyl Hydrolyzed Oat Protein

SODIUM COCOYL/OLIVOYL HYDROLYZED OAT PROTEIN

A plant-derived surfactant and conditioning agent derived from oat and coconut

Sodium Grapeseedamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate

SODIUM GRAPESEEDAMIDOPROPYL PG-DIMONIUM CHLORIDE PHOSPHATE

A multifunctional conditioning agent with potential purifying properties

Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate

SODIUM GUAIAZULENE SULFONATE

A sulfonated derivative of guaiazulene with gentle surfactant and soothing properties

Sodium Hempseedamphoacetate

SODIUM HEMPSEEDAMPHOACETATE

A plant-derived cleansing agent derived from hemp seed oil

Sodium Hydrogenated Cocoyl Methyl Isethionate

SODIUM HYDROGENATED COCOYL METHYL ISETHIONATE

A coconut-derived cleanser that removes oil and dirt whilst supporting stable foam

Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate

SODIUM HYDROLYZED POTATO STARCH DODECENYLSUCCINATE

A modified starch that stabilises foam and helps cleansers work effectively

Sodium Isethionate

Used as a surfactant | Becomes a detergent when it contacts oleic acid

Sodium Lauramido Diacetate

SODIUM LAURAMIDO DIACETATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses without stripping the skin

Sodium Laureth-13 Carboxylate

An ingredient used primarily as a detergent cleansing agent.

Sodium Lauroampho Pg-Acetate Phosphate

SODIUM LAUROAMPHO PG-ACETATE PHOSPHATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses and conditions whilst supporting stable foam formation

Sodium Lauroamphoacetate

Considered one of the gentlest cleansing agents | Also used to boost foaming properties

Sodium Lauroamphopropionate

SODIUM LAUROAMPHOPROPIONATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses and conditions whilst maintaining skin balance

Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate

SODIUM LAUROYL ASPARTATE

A mild amino acid-derived cleanser that conditions while it removes oil and dirt

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Mild cleansing agent and surfactant | Imparts softening benefits to skin

Sodium Lauroyl Glycinate

SODIUM LAUROYL GLYCINATE

A gentle amino acid-derived cleanser that removes oil and impurities without stripping the skin

Sodium Lauroyl Hydrolyzed Silk

SODIUM LAUROYL HYDROLYZED SILK

A conditioning agent derived from silk protein and lauric acid

Sodium Lauroyl Isethionate

SODIUM LAUROYL ISETHIONATE

A gentle surfactant that cleanses and conditions without excessive stripping

Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate

Cleansing agent that is noted in research for its gentleness on skin | Praised for delivering a “dense, luxurious foam and elegant after-feel”

Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate

Gentle cleansing agent | May be derived from coconut or made synthetically

Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate

SODIUM LAURYL GLYCOL CARBOXYLATE

A gentle synthetic cleanser designed to remove impurities whilst supporting skin hydration

Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate

SODIUM LAURYL SULFOACETATE

A mild sulfate-free cleanser that removes oil and impurities without harsh stripping

Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate

Mild cleansing agent derived from corn and coconut | Used to adjust the foaming and lathering properties of cleansers

Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate

SODIUM METHYL 2-SULFOLAURATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses and foams in gentle formulations

Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate

SODIUM METHYL LAUROYL TAURATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses without stripping the skin barrier

Sodium Methyl Myristoyl Taurate

SODIUM METHYL MYRISTOYL TAURATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses and foams without harsh stripping

Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate

Cleansing agent commonly found in shampoos, facial cleansers, and body washes | Helps build viscosity and boosts foaming properties of the formula

Sodium Methyl Stearate Sulfonate

SODIUM METHYL STEARATE SULFONATE

A synthetic surfactant that cleanses and stabilises foam in rinse-off formulations

Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate

SODIUM METHYL STEAROYL TAURATE

A gentle anionic surfactant that cleanses whilst stabilising skincare formulations

Sodium Myreth Sulfate

Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate

SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE

A gentle amino acid-derived cleanser that removes oil and impurities without stripping the skin

Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate

Sodium salt of myristoyl sarcosine | Functions as a hair conditioning agent, emollient, and cleansing agent

Sodium Olivoyl Glutamate

SODIUM OLIVOYL GLUTAMATE

A gentle plant-derived cleanser derived from olive oil and amino acids

Sodium Palmitoyl Sarcosinate

Derived from the amino acid derivative sarcosine | Has hydrating properties

Sodium Rose Hipsamphoacetate

SODIUM ROSE HIPSAMPHOACETATE

A gentle surfactant derived from rose hip that cleanses without stripping the skin

Sodium Shea Butterate

SODIUM SHEA BUTTERATE

A plant-derived surfactant that cleanses whilst maintaining skin's natural moisture

Sodium Sheabutteramphoacetate

SODIUM SHEABUTTERAMPHOACETATE

A mild plant-derived cleanser that removes oil and impurities without stripping the skin

Sodium Soy Hydrolyzed Collagen

SODIUM SOY HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A protein-derived ingredient that conditions hair and supports skin hydration

Steareth-100

STEARETH-100

A non-ionic surfactant and gel former used to stabilise and texture skincare formulations

Steareth-30

STEARETH-30

A gentle surfactant that cleanses whilst helping formulas gel and spread evenly

Steareth-40

STEARETH-40

A gentle surfactant that cleanses and stabilises formulations

Sulfated Coconut Oil

SULFATED COCONUT OIL

A coconut-derived surfactant commonly used in cleansing formulations

Sulfated Olive Oil

SULFATED OLIVE OIL

A mild sulfated cleansing agent derived from olive oil

Sunflower Seed Acid

SUNFLOWER SEED ACID

A plant-derived oil with natural fatty acids that support skin barrier function

Tea-Cocoyl Alaninate

TEA-COCOYL ALANINATE

A coconut-derived cleanser that conditions whilst removing impurities

Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate

TEA-COCOYL GLUTAMATE

A gentle coconut-derived cleanser that conditions while it removes dirt and oil

Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

TEA-DODECYLBENZENESULFONATE

A surfactant that cleanses and foams in skincare formulations

Tea-Lauroyl Collagen Amino Acids

TEA-LAUROYL COLLAGEN AMINO ACIDS

Amino acid derivative that supports skin structure and conditioning

Tea-Lauroyl Sarcosinate

TEA-LAUROYL SARCOSINATE

A gentle surfactant that cleanses effectively whilst maintaining skin barrier integrity

Toluene-2,5-Diamine Sulfate

TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE SULFATE

An oxidative dye used primarily in permanent hair colouring products

Trideceth-10

TRIDECETH-10

A gentle surfactant that removes oil and impurities without stripping the skin

Triheptanoin

TRIHEPTANOIN

A lightweight triglyceride that conditions skin and may support collagen production

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE

A silicone resin that conditions skin and creates a durable, non-occlusive protective layer

Trisiloxane

Silicone

A colourless, odourless siloxane fluid Imparts a soft feel to skin

Undecylenamidopropyl Betaine

UNDECYLENAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

A mild surfactant that cleanses whilst conditioning skin and hair

Undecylenoyl Glycine

UNDECYLENOYL GLYCINE

A mild surfactant derived from the amino acid glycine, used primarily in cleansing formulations

Yucca Schidigera Leaf … Stem Extract

YUCCA SCHIDIGERA LEAF/ROOT/STEM EXTRACT

A plant-derived cleanser and skin protectant from desert yucca extract

Yucca Schidigera Stem Extract

YUCCA SCHIDIGERA STEM EXTRACT

A plant-derived cleansing agent with natural saponin content for gentle formulation

Zinc Sulfate

Water-soluble zinc for acne and oil control