AKA: Sodium rapeseed oil, Rapeseed oil sodium salt
Fatty Acid · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Fatty Acid
Clean
A natural plant-based cleanser derived from rapeseed oil that gently removes dirt and oil while helping create a smooth, stable texture in the formula.
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
68440-17-5
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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.
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ingredient derived from rapeseed oil through saponification. Developed as a plant-based alternative to synthetic detergents and emulsifiers in cosmetics.