Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Also known as: Glutamic Acid, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Surfactant, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Mild cleansing agent made from glutamic acid and coconut oil | Considered non-irritating to skin
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What Is Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate?
Sodium cocoyl glutamate is a mild cleansing agent derived from coconut oil and the amino acid glutamic acid. It’s considered non-irritating in concentrations up to 10%. This gentle surfactant produces a rich lather that has a stabilizing effect on the bubbles, allowing them to last longer before breaking down.
It’s also used to help soften (remove excess minerals from) hard water, allowing cleansers to work to their full potential. In fact, research has shown it’s an effective option for sensitive, oily skin when compared with standard sulfate cleansing agents.
Usage levels of sodium cocoyl glutamate in skin care range from 2–30% based on formulary needs and whether it’s the primary or secondary surfactant. These levels are considered safe as used in rinse-off products.
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Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2019, pages 821–826 [https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/jocd.12680]
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Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, October 2017, pages 393–401 [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5633290/]
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International Journal of Toxicology, May 2017, pages 17S–56S [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28553738/]
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Dermatitis, September-October 2010, pages 262-268 [https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.2310/6620.2010.10022]
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