Snapshot
- Overview
- A gentle cleanser that creates fine foam without irritation.
- Category
- Cleansing, Sensitive Skin
- Type
- Surfactant
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate is an amino acid-based anionic surfactant derived from lauric acid and glutamic acid. It's used in face washes, shampoos, and low-irritancy products for mild cleansing, fine foam, and compatibility with delicate skin.
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Our take
Is Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate a Good Ingredient?
It earns a Great rating for its excellent mildness, fine creamy foam, and skin-friendly profile, supported by comparative irritation testing; it performs well in sensitive-skin systems while maintaining cleansing efficacy. It's also formulation-stable and typically low in residual irritation compared with conventional sulfates.
What it does
Skin Benefits
It cleans effectively without a harsh afterfeel, offering a soft, creamy foam suitable for easily upset skin. It's generally well tolerated, though strong evidence for long-term barrier improvements is limited.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
It's included in mild shampoos, sulfate-free face washes, and low-foam shower gels for delicate routines, and incorporated into gentle cream cleansers and cleansing balms as a supportive surfactant.
Before you use it
Safety
It's usually well tolerated with a low likelihood of irritation, making it suitable for frequent use. Like other surfactants, it can cause temporary eye sting at higher concentrations or with direct contact.
Products with Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
