Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate: Cosmetic Ingredient INCI (2025)

CAS Number 39354-45-5 / 40754-59-4 / 42016-08-0 / 58450-52-5 / 68815-56-5
Chem/IUPAC Name: Disodium;4-[2-(2-dodecoxyethoxy)ethoxy]-4-oxo-3-sulfonatobutanoate
EINECS/ELINCS No: 255-062-3
COSING REF No: 75765

Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate: Cosmetic Ingredient INCI (1)

Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate is a cleansing agent or a surfactant commonly found in shampoos and hair cleansing formulas. It is a mild, anionic, and non-irritating surfactant but has great foaming properties. It has been recommended for use in gentle cleansers and for babies or sensitive skin. Is disodium Laureth sulfosuccinate a sulfate? No. It is a compound in which the sulfate ion has been replaced by a sulfonated ester, thus providing a safe, effective, and non-irritating cleanser. As opposed to sulfates which are small molecules, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate is a large molecule that cannot penetrate into the scalp or skin.

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What is DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE used for?

Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate is found in low concentrations in toothpaste, shampoos, shaving creams, and bubble bath formulations for its foaming and surfactant properties and for its thickening ability. In shampoos, it provides mild cleansing and rich lathering properties, without stripping the moisture from the hair. It should not exceed the concentration of 1% in products intended for prolonged skin contact.

Origin

Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate is synthesized by treating lauryl alcohol with sulfur trioxide gas, oleum, or chlorosulfuric acid to produce hydrogen lauryl sulfate. The resulting product is then neutralized by the addition of sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate.

What does DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE do in a formulation?

  • Cleansing
  • Foam boosting
  • Foaming
  • Surfactant

Safety profile

Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate is generally recognized as safe under a concentration of 1%.

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Technical profile

Property Values
Melting Point 153-157°C
pH 5.5-6.2 (10% solution in water)
Solubility Slightly soluble inwater

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  • pdf 314 Kb Hair Care: Regenerating Shampoo - LAMCOS 221 by Lamberti This Regenerating Shampoo - LAMCOS 221 is a shampoo formulation specific for damaged hair. It features: Esaflor® PLUS: which grants high conditioning properties, and helps restoring balance to damaged hair. Eucarol® AGE/EC MB: which is an alpha-hydroxyacid derivative, from renewable raw materials, suitable for mild and natural formulations. It is manufactured and certified according to the RSPO’s Mass Balance supply chain model. It is also compliant to COSMOS and NATRUE standards.A formulation by Lamberti.
  • Toiletries: Economy Hand Soap (Sulfate-Free) by Colonial Chemical This Economy Hand Soap (Sulfate-Free) is clear, soft, mild and offers superior economy. It packs a punch on dirt and has enough viscosity for pumps and wall dispensers. It is easy to blend with fragrance and colors of choice. A formulation by Colonial Chemical.
  • Hair Care: Moisture Retention Shampoo (Sulfate-Free) by Colonial Chemical This Moisture Retention Shampoo (Sulfate-Free) features Suga® Nate 160NC, Cola® Teric LMB, Cola® Mate DSLS, Cola® Moist 200 and Suga® Quat L-1010 to create a naturally derived shampoo. It hydrates dry hair and locks in moisture without the use of harsh sulfates. A formulation by Colonial Chemical.

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