Surfactant ingredient
Sodium Myreth Sulfate
An anionic surfactant, the ethoxylated sulfate salt of myristyl alcohol, used as a foaming and cleansing agent similar to sodium laureth sulfate.
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Benefits
- ✓Produces rich, stable foam in cleansers
- ✓Effective removal of oil and dirt from skin and hair
Watch for
- ⚠Can be drying or irritating with frequent use, particularly for sensitive skin
- ⚠May contain trace 1,4-dioxane as an ethoxylation byproduct
In depth
What it does
An anionic surfactant, the ethoxylated sulfate salt of myristyl alcohol, used as a foaming and cleansing agent similar to sodium laureth sulfate. As an surfactant ingredient, it is particularly valued for produces rich, stable foam in cleansers and effective removal of oil and dirt from skin and hair.
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.
