Magnesium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
AKA “Magnesium N-methyl N-cocoyl taurate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Magnesium methyl cocoyl taurate
AKA: Magnesium N-methyl N-cocoyl taurate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle coconut-derived cleanser that removes oil and dirt without stripping skin. Derived from natural sources, it creates a soft lather while maintaining your skin's natural balance.
CAS #
223705-12-2
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
Fights Acne
Antioxidant
Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
A synthetic amino acid-based surfactant developed in the modern era. Designed to provide mild, skin-conditioning cleansing properties superior to traditional soaps.
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: CosIng · EWG · CIR