Sodium Camellia Japonica Seedate
AKA “Sodium Tsubakiate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Sodium camellia japonica seedate
AKA: Sodium Tsubakiate
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Sodium Tsubakiate
Family
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Seed
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Derived from camellia seeds, which have been used in traditional East Asian skincare for centuries, particularly in Japan and Korea. Camellia oil was historically valued for moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties in both beauty and wellness practices.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR