Sodium C12-14 Olefin Sulfonate

Sodium C12-14 Olefin Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing, foaming agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM C12-14 OLEFIN SULFONATE
FunctionCLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number85536-12-5
EC number287-492-2
Prevalence6 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Body Washes 16.7%Conditioners 16.7%Exfoliators 16.7%Face Cleansers 16.7%Makeup Applicators 16.7%Shampoos 16.7%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium C12-14 Olefin Sulfonate do in skincare?
Sodium C12-14 Olefin Sulfonate functions as a cleansing, foaming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium C12-14 Olefin Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sodium C12-14 Olefin Sulfonate?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially body washes (16.7% of its uses).

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