Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate SCI

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate SCI

Napure SCI85 RSPO MB

Anionic Surfactant 

Cosmetic Grade

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI) is a mild, surfactant derived from coconut oil and isethionic acid. It is an anionic surfactant used in a variety of personal care products for its mild cleansing and foaming properties. It’s ideal for sensitive and dry skin, providing a rich, creamy lather without stripping moisture from the skin. Its versatility, mildness, and biodegradability make it a preferred choice in natural and skin-friendly cleansing formulations, especially for facial cleansers, shampoos, and syndet bars.

Key Characteristics of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

• Chemical Structure: Derived from fatty acids in coconut oil and isethionic acid.
• CAS No: 61789-32-0
• Purity: 85%
• Appearance: White, small granules,
• Properties:
  • Mild, non-irritating to the skin
  • Biodegradable and environmentally friendly
  • Produces a rich, creamy lather
  • Moisturizing and non-drying, unlike harsher surfactants

Common Uses of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

1. Cleansing Products:

   • Facial Cleansers: SCI is frequently used in facial cleansers because it effectively removes dirt and oils without stripping the skin, making it suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
   • Body Washes and Shower Gels: It provides a gentle, luxurious lather and leaves the skin feeling soft and clean without causing dryness.
   • Shampoos and Solid Shampoo Bars: Used in shampoos and shampoo bars to provide mild cleansing that doesn’t dry out the scalp or hair. It helps retain moisture, leaving hair feeling soft and manageable.

2. Solid Cleansers and Syndet Bars:

   • Syndet Bars (Synthetic Detergent Bars): SCI is the key ingredient in many "soap-free" bars because it’s gentle and non-drying, making it a great alternative to traditional soap, especially for sensitive or dry skin.
   • Facial and Body Scrubs: SCI is also used in exfoliating scrubs, where it gently cleanses the skin while the exfoliating particles remove dead skin cells.

3. Foaming Agents in Various Formulations:

   • SCI provides a rich, creamy foam, making it ideal for foaming cleansers, bubble baths, and shaving products. Its foam is stable and luxurious, which adds to the sensory experience of personal care products.

Benefits of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

• Mildness: SCI is far gentler on the skin than many other surfactants, making it ideal for sensitive skin.
• Moisturizing Properties: Unlike traditional soap, SCI helps to maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance, leaving it feeling soft and not tight or dry.
• Biodegradable: It’s environmentally friendly, as it’s derived from coconut oil and is biodegradable.
• Rich Lather: Produces a thick, creamy lather that enhances the user experience, making it especially popular in luxurious or high-end personal care products.