Sodium Ricinoleate

Sodium Ricinoleate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM RICINOLEATE
FunctionCLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number5323-95-5
EC number226-191-2
Prevalence4 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Face Cleansers 50%Body Washes 25%Sunscreens 25%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Ricinoleate do in skincare?
Sodium Ricinoleate functions as a cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Ricinoleate 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 Ricinoleate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (50% of its uses).

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