Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate
Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate
Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate is an anionic surfactant and emulsifier used to help oil and water mix together in creams and lotions. It also contributes cleansing properties and helps create stable formulations.
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Safety: Generally well tolerated by most skin types though it may cause irritation in very sensitive skin at higher concentrations.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
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Functions
🔗 Emulsifier
Keeps oil and water phases mixed together in a stable formula.
🫧 Surfactant
Reduces surface tension between oil and water
🧼 Cleansing
Removes dirt, oil and debris
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