Ingredient
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Sodium N-Cocoyl-DL-Alaninate
What it is
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is a mild amino-acid-derived anionic surfactant made from coconut fatty acids and the amino acid alanine.
How it works
It lowers the surface tension of water to lift away dirt, oil, and makeup residue while producing a gentle, comparatively low-irritation lather versus sulfate surfactants.
What it does
Surfactant
Cleansing
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.