Surfactant

Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate

Anionic surfactant for cleansing, often confused with SLS due to the similar name, but it is a different molecule. Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is used in gels, shampoos, and foams for lathering and rinsing away impurities.

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✓ Safe

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate - anionic surfactant from the sulfosuccinates group. It helps to cleanse and foam, but it is not Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, despite the similar word lauryl in the name.

Cleansing gels, foams, shampoos, body wash, bath products, and other rinse-off products.

Key Benefits

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Effectively cleanses

Helps to rinse away sebum, SPF, dust, and water-soluble impurities.

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Supports foam

Provides lathering and enhances the feeling of cleansing during use.

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Can be milder than SLS systems

In a properly balanced formula, it often feels less harsh than classic harsh sulfates.

Suitable for

cleansingshampoosbody washoily skin

Main Actions

✓ cleansing✓ foam✓ surfactant✓ rinse-off

Not SLS, but still a surfactant

Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate should not be automatically equated with Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. However, as a cleansing surfactant, it can still be drying if the formula is too strong for your skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate do for skin?

Cleansing gels, foams, shampoos, body wash, bath products, and other rinse-off products.

Who should use Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate?

Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is suitable for: cleansing, shampoos, body wash, oily skin.

Are there any warnings about Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate?

Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate should not be automatically equated with Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. However, as a cleansing surfactant, it can still be drying if the formula is too strong for your skin.

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