sodium coco-glucoside tartrate
AKA “Sodium cocoyl tartrate, coco-glucoside tartrate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Sodium coco-glucoside tartrate
AKA: Sodium cocoyl tartrate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Chemical Exfoliant
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle plant-based cleanser derived from coconut that removes dirt and oil while helping blend water and oil in the formula for smooth application.
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
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern mild surfactant derived from coconut oil and glucose, developed in the late 20th century to replace harsher synthetic detergents while maintaining botanical origins.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR