Sodium Hydroxystearate

AKA “13329-67-4, Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, monosodium salt, 12-Hydroxystearic acid, sodium salt, Monosodium 12-hydroxystearate, UNII-41MQN4869V, sodium salt (1:1), 41MQN4869V, EINECS 236-374-9, DTXSID30884592”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Sodium hydroxystearate

AKA: 13329-67-4, Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, Monosodium salt, 12-Hydroxystearic acid, Sodium salt, Monosodium 12-hydroxystearate, UNII-41MQN4869V, Sodium salt (1:1), 41MQN4869V, EINECS 236-374-9, DTXSID30884592

Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Plant Oil

Not Clean

Sodium salt of Hydroxystearic Acid

Formula

C18H35NaO3

Mol. Weight

322.50

CAS #

13329-67-4

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

Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic emulsifier and thickening agent derived from stearic acid (a naturally occurring fatty acid). Created to improve stability and texture in cosmetic formulations without traditional historical use.