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

  • GoodDryness
  • GoodRedness & sensitivity
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodDark circles

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance)

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

  • StrongDryness
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodUneven texture
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance and Lactic Acid); Melasma (Fragrance)

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

  • GoodDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter and Stearyl Alcohol)

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

  • RelevantDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

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

  • StrongDryness
  • StrongRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantDark circles
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol)

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

  • GoodUneven tone & radiance
  • GoodLoss of firmness
  • GoodDark circles
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

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
  • ExcellentEnlarged pores
  • ExcellentOiliness & shine
  • StrongUneven texture

Caution

May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid and Salicylic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid)

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

  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDryness
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPerioral Dermatitis

Caution

May aggravate: Psoriasis (Sodium Laureth Sulfate)

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

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

RosaceaAtopic Dermatitis / Eczema

Caution

May aggravate: Melasma (Menthol)

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

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid and Lauric Acid); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol)

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.