Surfactant ingredient
Sodium Oleate
The sodium salt of oleic acid; functions as an emulsifier and surfactant, often found in soap-based or emulsion formulas.
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Benefits
- ✓Helps stabilize oil-in-water emulsions
- ✓Mild cleansing action
Watch for
- ⚠Oleic acid base may be comedogenic for acne-prone skin
- ⚠Can disrupt the moisture barrier with repeated use in cleansers
