Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Ingredient type: SURFACTANT

Anionic surfactant

✨ Role: Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate is primarily used as a cleansing agent in cosmetic products. It acts as a surfactant, allowing impurities, oil, and dirt to be easily removed from the skin.

Ingredient type: Surfactant

Safety: This ingredient is generally safe when used according to guidelines, but it may be irritating to sensitive skin at high concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan diets.

✨ Note: Although this ingredient is effective for cleansing, it can be drying or irritating to delicate or already sensitive skin. It is advisable to use products containing this surfactant in combination with moisturizing agents.

Found in: It is commonly used in facial cleansers, shower gels, and some shampoos.

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