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Sodium Methyltaurine Cocoyl Methyltaurate
AKA “Coconut-Derived Surfactant, Taurine Derivative”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Sodium methyltaurine cocoyl methyltaurate
AKA: Coconut-Derived Surfactant, Taurine Derivative
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Not Clean
2-(N-Coco-acyl-N-methylamino)ethanesulfonic acid, sodium 2-methylaminoethanesulfonate salt
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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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant derived from coconut oil fatty acids and taurine. Created as a mild, plant-derived alternative to harsh sulfate-based cleansers.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR