Sodium stearic acid sulfate
Ingredient type:EMULSIFIANT
✨ Role: Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate is used in cosmetics primarily as a surfactant. It helps cleanse the skin by reducing the surface tension of molecules, allowing water to mix and effectively remove dirt and impurities from the skin.
Ingredient type: Surfactant
⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally safe when used in the recommended concentrations. However, it is important to test products on a small area of skin if you have sensitive skin.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally synthetic or plant-based and is therefore considered vegan.
✨ Worth knowing: Although generally well tolerated, it can sometimes irritate sensitive or damaged skin due to its detergent action. It's always advisable to check individual reactions, especially on sensitive skin.
Found in: Frequently used in facial cleansers, shower gels, shampoos and sometimes in bubble bath products.
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