Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate

AKA “Sodium 4-decylbenzenesulfonate, Sodium p-decylbenzenesulfonate, UNII-Y4S9YCM177, Benzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt, HSDB 5889, EINECS 220-093-3, 4-Decylbenzenesulfonic acid”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Sodium decylbenzenesulfonate

AKA: Sodium 4-decylbenzenesulfonate, Sodium p-decylbenzenesulfonate, UNII-Y4S9YCM177, Benzenesulfonic acid, Sodium salt, HSDB 5889, EINECS 220-093-3, 4-Decylbenzenesulfonic acid

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Medicated Active

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle cleanser that removes dirt and oil while helping blend water and oil-based ingredients together for a smooth, even texture.

Formula

C16H25NaO3S

Mol. Weight

320.40

CAS #

1322-98-1

State

White solid; [HSDB]

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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.

Surfactant Cleansing

Surfactant Emulsifying

Anti-Inflammatory

Antimicrobial

Fights Acne

Removes dirt and impurities

Lifts away dirt and oil

Mixes oil and water

Traditional Use

Developed in the mid-20th century as a benzene-ring sulfonated detergent. Created for industrial and household cleaning products before use in some cosmetic formulations for stronger cleansing action.