2 ingredients
Surfactant / Cleansing Agent
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Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Sodium cocoyl glutamate is a mild, amino acid-based anionic surfactant derived from coconut oil and L-glutamic acid (an amino acid naturally found in skin). It works by selectively solubilising surface oils, dirt, and makeup while preserving structural skin lipids such as ceramides and cholesterol — making it significantly less disruptive to the skin barrier than traditional sulphate surfactants. When broken down by skin enzymes, it releases glutamic acid, which contributes to the skin's natural moisturising factors.
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Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate is the sodium carboxymethyl ether of lauryl glucoside, a mild anionic surfactant derived from coconut oil and glucose. It works by reducing surface tension, allowing water, oil, and dirt to mix and be rinsed away, while also acting as a foam booster and conditioning agent. It is certified for use in organic cosmetics by EcoCert and the Organic Food Federation.
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