Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate

AKA “Butanedioic acid, 4-bis(1-methylpentyl) ester, sodium salt, Bis(1-methylamyl) sodium sulfosuccinate, Aerosol MA, LANKROPOL KMA, ALPHASOL MA, di-2-hexyl sodium sulfosuccinate”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Dihexyl sodium sulfosuccinate

AKA: Butanedioic acid, 4-bis(1-methylpentyl) ester, Sodium salt, Bis(1-methylamyl) sodium sulfosuccinate, Aerosol MA, LANKROPOL KMA, ALPHASOL MA, Di-2-hexyl sodium sulfosuccinate

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle cleanser that removes dirt and oil while creating a rich, foamy lather. Helps keep formulas stable and effective.

Formula

C16H29NaO7S

Mol. Weight

388.50

CAS #

6001-97-4

Form

Liquid

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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.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Foam Boosting

Hydrotrope

Removes Impurities

Cleansing Surfactant

Boosts Lather

Surfactant Hydrotrope

Antioxidant Protection

Reduces Inflammation

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

Synthetic surfactant created for mild cleansing formulations in cosmetics. Developed as an alternative to harsher sulfates with reduced skin irritation potential.