A gentle plant-based cleanser derived from natural oils that removes dirt and impurities without stripping skin or hair of natural moisture.
CAS #
61790-44-1
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
A potassium salt of tall oil fatty acids developed in the 20th century. Tall oil, a byproduct of wood pulping, was adapted for cosmetics as a sustainable emulsifier and conditioning agent.