Calcium Lauroyl Taurate
AKA “RefChem:573503, DTXCID201506649, N-Lauroyltaurine calcium salt, Ethanesulfonic acid, calcium salt (2:1)
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Calcium lauroyl taurate
AKA: RefChem:573503, DTXCID201506649, N-Lauroyltaurine calcium salt, Ethanesulfonic acid, Calcium salt (2:1)
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle, plant-derived cleanser that removes dirt and oil while being kind to skin. Derived from coconut, it creates a soft lather without stripping.
Formula
C28H56CaN2O8S2
Mol. Weight
653.00
CAS #
138705-25-6
Form
Powder
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Antimicrobial
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic surfactant created in the late 20th century for gentle cleansing formulations. Designed to replace harsher sulfates while maintaining cleansing efficacy in contemporary skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR