Ingredient
Sodium Isethionate
Sodium 2-hydroxyethanesulfonate
What it is
A mild anionic surfactant salt used to cleanse and boost lather in wash-off products.
How it works
Its sulfonate head lifts oil and dirt into rinse water while staying gentler than harsh sulfate detergents.
What it does
Humectant
Surfactant
Cleansing
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.