Sodium Dilinoleate
AKA “RefChem:887491”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Sodium dilinoleate
AKA: RefChem:887491
Synthetic · Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle plant-derived cleanser that removes oil and dirt while keeping skin soft and balanced. Works to create a smooth, creamy lather.
Formula
C36H62NaO4-
Mol. Weight
581.90
CAS #
67701-20-6
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Typically derived from linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fatty acid found in plant oils like sunflower and soybean. Produced through saponification of linoleic acid with sodium hydroxide to form the sodium salt surfactant.
Function
Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Cleansing
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Developed as a soap-like salt of linoleic acid (omega-6 fatty acid) in modern cosmetic chemistry. Created to incorporate the skin-conditioning and anti-inflammatory benefits of linoleic acid into formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR