Potassium Babassuate
AKA “Potassium salt of babassu oil, Potassium babassu oil”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Potassium babassuate
AKA: Potassium salt of babassu oil, Potassium babassu oil
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle plant-based cleanser derived from babassu oil that effectively removes dirt and oil while helping products blend smoothly for better absorption.
CAS #
226993-76-6
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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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Removes Impurities
Emulsifier
Removes dirt and impurities
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A saponified form of babassu oil, derived from the babassu palm native to Brazil. Babassu oil was traditionally used by indigenous peoples for skin and hair care; the potassium salt version is a modern creation for use as a natural emulsifier.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR