Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI)

The Gentle Surfactant for Skin and Hair Care

Supplier: Multiple Suppliers (Clariant, Alfa Chemistry, Lubrizol)

Type: Technical Datasheet

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI) is a coconut-derived, biodegradable, and mild surfactant known for its exceptional cleansing and foaming properties. It produces a rich, creamy lather without stripping natural oils, making it ideal for sensitive skin. SCI is available in various physical forms, including fine white powder, flakes, and granules, facilitating easy incorporation into diverse formulations.

Key Properties

• Mild & Non-Irritating: Gentle on skin and eyes, suitable for sensitive skin types.

• High Foaming Performance: Produces stable, rich lather even in hard water conditions.

• Moisturizing: Helps maintain skin hydration, leaving it soft and smooth.

• Versatile Applications: Compatible with other surfactants; ideal for solid and liquid formulations.

• Eco-Friendly: Biodegradable and suitable for vegan and palm-free formulations

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Claims:

• Provides gentle, non-drying cleansing for skin and hair.

• Produces a rich, creamy foam for improved user experience.

• Enhances formulation stability by reducing surface tension.

• Supports even consistency in cosmetic formulations.

• Non-comedogenic and biodegradable.

Applications

Skincare and Haircare:

• Mild cleansing bars and syndet formulations.

• Creamy body washes and facial cleansers.

• Shampoo bars, solid hair cleansers, and foaming hair care products.

• Cosmetic emulsions for stability and texture enhancement.

• Bath bombs and soap-free formulations.
• It works synergistically with other mild surfactants like Decyl Glucoside, making it an excellent choice for eco-conscious skin and hair care formulations  https://cosmetechs.com/decyl-glucoside-eco-friendly-skin-cleansing-agent/.

Technical and Formulation Data

• INCI Name: Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

• CAS Numbers: 61789-32-0 / 58969-27-0

• IUPAC Name: Fatty acids, coco, 2-sulfoethyl esters, sodium salts

Dosage:

• Rinse-off products: Up to 50%.

• Leave-on products: Up to 17%.

Solubility:

• Soluble in water; disperses well in both soft and hard water.

Technical Profile:

• Melting Point: 191–194°C.

• pH: 5.0–6.5 (mildly acidic, skin-friendly).

Formulation:

• Can be used in solid or liquid surfactant systems.

• Compatible with other surfactants for diverse formulations.

Appearance:

• Fine white powder, flakes, or granules.
  Origin/Nature:

• Derived from coconut oil and isotonic acid through a reaction and distillation process.
  Safety and Efficacy

• Safety Profile: Non-irritant when used within prescribed concentrations. Patch testing is recommended. Non-irritant when used within prescribed concentrations. Patch testing is recommended. https://cosmetechs.com/hyaluronic-acid/.

• Biodegradability: Derived from natural sources, making it environmentally friendly.

• Non-Comedogenic: Does not cause acne or block pores.
  

Compliance

• Suitable for eco-conscious, vegan, and palm-free product formulations.

 Supplier:

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate: Mild Surfactant for Sensitive Skin is supplied by Clariant, Alfa Chemistry, Lubrizol etc.