Sodium Lauryl Phosphate
The sodium salt of lauryl phosphate, an anionic surfactant used as a mild cleansing and foaming agent in facial cleansers and exfoliating polishes.
Benefits
- ✓Mild anionic surfactant used for gentle cleansing
- ✓Helps disperse and remove oil and debris from skin
- ✓Contributes to foam in cleansing formulas
No known watch-fors.
In depth
What it does
The sodium salt of lauryl phosphate, an anionic surfactant used as a mild cleansing and foaming agent in facial cleansers and exfoliating polishes. As an surfactant ingredient, it is particularly valued for mild anionic surfactant used for gentle cleansing, helps disperse and remove oil and debris from skin, and contributes to foam in cleansing formulas.
Skin type guide
Generally well-tolerated across skin types. Patch testing is still recommended when introducing any new ingredient.
How to use it
Used as part of a cleanser, so placement is straightforward — it's your first step, applied to damp skin and rinsed off thoroughly. Avoid overwashing, which can disrupt the skin barrier.
