Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate functions as a foaming or dispersing agent, and as a wetting agent in cosmetic products. This ingredient is used for skin and hair-cleaning purposes and as emulsifier in cosmetics. In this function, it helps to wet body surfaces, emulsify or solubilize oils, and suspend soil.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate vs. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: Although an ingredient’s name may sound similar to another, it does not mean that the molecules are similar with respect to shape, size, performance or even function. SodiumLauryl Sulfoacetate sounds similar to Sodium Lauryl Sulfate; however, the two molecules are quite different from each other. Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate is a large molecule ingredient. Large molecule ingredients are considered to be mild, gentle, and non-irritating, as they cannot penetrate the skin. In contrast, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is a small molecule ingredient, and is capable of penetrating the skin, which can increase the occurrence of skin irritation.
