Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 8 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM DODECYLBENZENESULFONATE
FunctionCLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number25155-30-0
EC number246-680-4
Prevalence8 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches390

Used in

Sunscreens 37.5%Other Bath & Body 25%Body Washes 12.5%General Moisturizers 12.5%Nail Care 12.5%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate do in skincare?
Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate functions as a cleansing, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate 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 Dodecylbenzenesulfonate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (37.5% of its uses).

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