INCI Name: Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
Appearance: White, free-flowing powder
Solubility: Water-soluble
Usage Rate: 3% – 30%
Function: Mild surfactant, foaming agent, cleansing agent
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate (SLSA) is a gentle, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut and palm oils. It produces a luxurious, creamy lather without stripping the skin, making it ideal for bath bombs, solid shampoos, facial cleansers, and sulfate-free body washes.
SLSA is classified as an **anionic sulfosuccinate surfactant** that’s much milder than traditional sulfates like SLS. It’s safe for sensitive skin, baby products, and dry-prone hair types. Known for producing stable, abundant foam even in hard water, it’s widely used in gentle cleansing formulations.
SLSA should be handled with care as a fine powder. Wear a mask when working in bulk. Blend gently into dry or melted phases to avoid clumping. Works well with decyl glucoside, coco betaine, or SCI in sulfate-free blends.
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