Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate is a mild, skin-friendly surfactant commonly used in UK cleansers, shampoos and baby products. It creates a gentle foam that lifts away dirt and oil without stripping the skin or hair. Shoppers looking for sulphate-free formulas often seek it out for its low-irritation profile.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetic formulations Sodium Lauroamphoacetate works as a secondary surfactant and foam booster that is exceptionally mild on the skin and eyes. It helps to reduce the harshness of stronger cleansing agents such as sodium laureth sulphate, improving the overall mildness of the product while still delivering effective yet gentle cleansing and a soft, creamy lather.
Key benefits
- Gentle cleansing without stripping natural oils
- Creates soft, luxurious foam
- Reduces irritation in surfactant blends
- Suitable for sensitive skin and eye-area products
- Conditions hair and skin for a smoother feel
- Biodegradable and eco-friendly profile
Best for
sensitive skin, dry skin, normal skin, baby skin
Where it comes from
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate is derived from lauric acid, which is obtained from coconut oil or palm kernel oil. It is produced through a reaction with aminoethyl ethanolamine followed by carboxymethylation, resulting in a coconut-derived amphoteric surfactant.
Products with Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Sodium Lauroamphoacetate than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.