Sodium Taurine Cocoyl Methyltaurate
AKA “Taurine Surfactant, Coconut-Derived Cleanser”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Sodium taurine cocoyl methyltaurate
AKA: Taurine Surfactant, Coconut-Derived Cleanser
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
2-(N-Coco-acyl-N-methylamino)ethanesulfonic acid, sodium 2-aminoethanesulfonate 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
Mild amino acid surfactant synthesized in the 1990s combining coconut oil with taurine. Engineered specifically for gentle cleansing in baby shampoos and sensitive skin formulations as a sulfate-free alternative.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR