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Sodium Cocoyl Taurate
AKA “Coconut Taurate, Cocoyl Taurate Surfactant”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Sodium cocoyl taurate
AKA: Coconut Taurate, Cocoyl Taurate Surfactant
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle coconut-derived cleanser that removes dirt and oil without stripping skin, making it ideal for sensitive complexions.
CAS #
86089-05-6
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.
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Formulated in the latter 20th century by combining coconut derivatives with taurine, an amino acid. Designed to create mild, non-irritating cleansers suitable for sensitive and baby skincare products.
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
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR