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Ingredient Facts
Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate
AKA: SLMI, Mild Surfactant
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Clean
Dodecanoic acid, methyl-2-sulfoethyl ester, sodium salt (1:1)
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.
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic surfactant developed in the late 20th century as an ultra-mild cleanser. Engineered for sensitive skin formulations, combining properties of traditional coconut-derived cleansers with modern mild surfactant chemistry.