surfactant

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Evidenceformulation · Tier 4Irritation riskLowIn products115

The research

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is a surfactant backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 1 reporting a positive effect.

Read the research — 2 studies

International Journal of Toxicology · 2001 · systematic review

CIR safety assessment concluding the acyl sarcosines and sarcosinate salts, including sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, are safe in rinse-off products and at concentrations up to 5% in leave-on products; reported nonirritating and nonsensitizing to skin, but should not be used where N-nitroso compounds may form.

Products with Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

In 115 products — most often cleansers (75), sunscreens (12), serums (11), from $6.35 to $76.20. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Particle for Men

Particle for Men

Particle Face Wash For Men

Cleanser

$29.00149.9ml · $0.19/ml

★★★★★4.9(1,102)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongRedness & sensitivity
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaMelasmaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasis

Particle Face Wash For Men is a water cleanser by Particle for Men. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.

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ELEMIS

ELEMIS

Elemis Pro-Collagen Energising Marine Cleanser (150ml)

Cleanser

$70.00150ml · $0.47/ml

★★★★★4.8(715)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantUneven texture
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Elemis Pro-Collagen Energising Marine Cleanser (150ml) is a water cleanser by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Lauryl Glucoside.

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ELEMIS

ELEMIS

Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash (200ml)

Cleanser – for Dryness

$57.00200ml · $0.28/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,593)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasmaSeborrheic Dermatitis

Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash (200ml) is a water cleanser by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.

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ELEMIS

ELEMIS

Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel (50ml)

Exfoliant – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation

$52.0050ml · $1.04/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,338)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel (50ml) is a exfoliant by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Phenoxyethanol.

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Cetaphil

Cetaphil

Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Wash 236ml

Cleanser

$15.88236ml · $0.07/ml

★★★★★4.7(626)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • RelevantUneven tone & radiance

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaSeborrheic DermatitisRosacea

Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Wash 236ml is a water cleanser by Cetaphil. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.

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ELEMIS

ELEMIS

Elemis Superfood Facial Wash (200ml)

Cleanser

$42.00200ml · $0.21/ml

★★★★★4.7(520)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • StrongUneven tone & radiance
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Elemis Superfood Facial Wash (200ml) is a water cleanser by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.

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CeraVe

CeraVe

Brightening Vitamin C Cleanser for Dull & Uneven Skin Tone

Cleanser

$18.99236.6ml · $0.08/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,558)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • ExcellentAcne & breakouts
  • ExcellentBlackheads
  • StrongRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasis

Brightening Vitamin C Cleanser for Dull & Uneven Skin Tone is a water cleanser by CeraVe. Key ingredients include Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Niacinamide, Glycerin.

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Clinique

Clinique

Clinique All About Clean™ Liquid Facial Soap

Moisturizer – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation

$43.00

★★★★★4.7(7,862)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasis

Clinique All About Clean™ Liquid Facial Soap is a water cleanser by Clinique. Key ingredients include Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Fluoride, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate.

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Epionce

Epionce

Epionce Lytic Gel Cleanser (6 fl. oz.)

Cleanser – for Dryness

$44.00177.4ml · $0.25/ml

★★★★★4.9(466)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

RosaceaAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaMelasma

Epionce Lytic Gel Cleanser (6 fl. oz.) is a water cleanser by Epionce. Key ingredients include Water, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycerin.

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Clarins

Clarins

Hydrating Gentle Foaming Face Cleanser

Cleanser

$32.00124.2ml · $0.26/ml

★★★★★4.5(7,570)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Hydrating Gentle Foaming Face Cleanser is a water cleanser by Clarins. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.