Disodium Coceth-3 Sulfosuccinate
AKA “Coconut-derived surfactant, Mild cleanser
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Disodium coceth-3 sulfosuccinate
AKA: Coconut-derived surfactant, Mild cleanser
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
Disodium Coceth-3 Sulfosuccinate is the disodium salt of the half ester of Coceth-3 and sulfosuccinic acid Science: Functions: Cleansing, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic surfactant developed from coconut oil derivatives as a gentler cleansing alternative, designed to maintain the skin barrier while removing impurities.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR