Cosmetic Grade Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate CAS 61791-59-1
Products Description
- Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate is an amino acid derived surfactant used primarily in personal care and cosmetic products. It is the sodium salt of a fatty acid derived from coconut oil (usually coconut acid) reacted with taurine (Sarcosine).
- Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate has good water solubility because the hydrophilic groups in its molecular structure can form hydrogen bonds and other interactions with water molecules. Meanwhile, it also has certain lipophilicity and can have some solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol and isopropyl alcohol, though its solubility in organic solvents is not as good as that in water. This solubility characteristic enables it to play a role in various formulations (such as aqueous formulations and oil-water mixed formulations).
- Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate produces rich, fine, and stable foam. When used in cleansing products (such as facial cleansers, body washes, etc.), it can quickly generate a large amount of foam, which can effectively wrap and remove dirt, oil and other impurities on the skin surface, and the foam will not dissipate quickly over a long period of time, providing strong support for the cleaning work.
Function
- Surfactant: As an anionic surfactant, Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate effectively reduces the surface tension of water, helping cleansing products remove dirt and grease.
- Mildness: Compared to traditional surfactants, Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate is generally milder to the skin and is suitable for use on sensitive skin, reducing the risk of irritation and allergies.
- Foaming agent: It can produce rich foam and enhance the product experience. It is commonly used in shampoo, shower gel and facial cleanser.
- Emulsifier: In some formulations, it can also act as an emulsifier to help the oil and water phases mix to form a stable emulsion.
Application
- Personal Care Products
Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinat is widely used in the personal care field. In facial cleansing products, it can gently clean the skin, effectively remove dirt, oil and makeup residues on the skin surface, and is less irritating to the skin, suitable for all skin types.
In body washes, Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinat can produce rich foam, providing users with a comfortable bathing experience and preventing the skin from excessive drying.
In hair care products such as shampoos, Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinat helps to clean the hair and scalp, reduces the greasiness of the hair, and also improves the softness and luster of the hair.
- Oral Care Products
Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinat is also used in oral care products, for example, toothpaste. It can act as a foaming agent to produce rich foam and enhance the cleaning experience during tooth brushing. In addition, it also has certain antibacterial properties and can inhibit the growth of bacteria in the mouth, helping to maintain oral health.
- Industrial and Household Cleaning Products
Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinat also has applications in industrial cleaning and household cleaning products. When cleaning metal surfaces, it can effectively remove oil and dirt and is less corrosive to metal surfaces. In household cleaning products (such as dishwashing detergents, floor cleaners, etc.), it can provide good cleaning effects, and the foam it generates is beneficial to the smooth progress of the cleaning process.
Summary
Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate is a multifunctional surfactant that has multiple effects such as cleansing, foaming and mildness. Its wide application in personal care and cosmetics makes it one of the most important ingredients in modern skin care and cleansing formulations.
