Sodium cocoyl glutamate is a gentle, amino-acid-derived anionic surfactant made from coconut fatty acids and glutamic acid, commonly used in cleansers and shampoos for its mild, low-irritation foaming and cleansing properties. It is favored in skin-friendly and sulfate-free formulations due to its skin-compatible, near-physiologic pH profile.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Mild transient skin dryness or tightness | Uncommon | Generally less drying than sulfate surfactants, but possible with frequent use |
Eye irritation or stinging on contact | Uncommon | Considered low-irritant but can cause mild stinging if it enters eyes |
Skin irritation or redness | Rare | Reported infrequently; considered well-tolerated even on sensitive skin |
Allergic contact dermatitis | Very rare | Sensitization to amino-acid surfactants is uncommon in patch-test data |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.