What is SCS Sodium Coco Sulfate?

SCS Sodium Coco-sulphate is an anionic surfactant derived from 100% natural coconut oil. It comes in the form of white granules and is highly soluble in water. But what does it mean that it is an anionic surfactant?

A surfactant, or surface active agent, is a substance that reduces the surface tension between two substances, such as water and oils. Anionic surfactants, such as SCS Sodium Coco Sulfate, carry a negative charge and are known to produce a rich and effective lather.

Its chemical composition includes sulfated C12-18 fatty alcohol, sodium salt and other components that make it exceptionally beneficial in the world of cosmetics. SCS Sodium Coco Sulfate is an ideal surfactant for topical facial, body and hair products thanks to its exfoliating, foaming, thickening and conditioning properties.

Properties of SCS Sodium Coco Sulfate

For the skin

The properties of SCS Sodium Coco-sulphate for the skin are diverse and valuable:

- Dry skin: Its moisturizing power helps keep the skin hydrated and protected against dryness.
- Oily skin: Thanks to its cleansing properties, it helps to remove excess sebum and purify the skin.
- Sensitive skin: Its vegetable origin and its 1,4-dioxane-free formulation make it gentle on the skin and less likely to cause irritation.

For the hair

SCS Sodium Coco-sulfate on the hair also offers numerous benefits, adapting to different types of hair:

- Dry hair: Conditions hair and helps retain moisture.
- Oily hair: Helps cleanse deeply, removing excess oil without drying out the scalp.
- Damaged hair: Its conditioning action can help improve the appearance of damaged hair.