Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate

Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 24 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM COCOYL SARCOSINATE
FunctionCLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number61791-59-1
EC number263-193-2
Prevalence24 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Face Cleansers 45.8%Shampoos 33.3%Body Washes 8.3%Exfoliators 4.2%Face Primers 4.2%Sunscreens 4.2%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate do in skincare?
Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate functions as a cleansing, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate 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 Cocoyl Sarcosinate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (45.8% of its uses).

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