Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate
A mild surfactant from fatty alcohols. It cleanses and gives a creamy foam, gentle on skin. Well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Disodium cetearyl sulfosuccinate (INCI Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate) is a mild surfactant derived from fatty alcohols. In cleansers and foams it produces a creamy lather and gently lifts away dirt and excess sebum. This is a functional cleansing component, not a treatment active. Its value lies in cleansing while respecting the skin, which is why it appears in products for sensitive skin and as a gentler alternative to classic sulfates. Topically, and in a rinse-off format, it has no systemic relevance; it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good. Its harshness is mild, meaning it respects the skin barrier and rarely dries it out, with low irritation and allergy potential. It suits skin that copes poorly with strong cleansers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate safe during pregnancy?
Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate for?
Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate and what does it do in cosmetics?
A mild surfactant from fatty alcohols.
What's the INCI name for Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate?
The INCI name is Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate.
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