Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate molecular structure

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Is this safe for adults to use Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate is generally considered safe for adults when used in topical products. Adults generally have higher tolerance.

ℹ️General Overview

For adults, this coconut‑derived cleansing ingredient is low risk when used in normal rinse‑off products like shampoos, body washes, and face cleansers.

What to Do

Use products with this ingredient as directed, preferably in rinse‑off formulas. Avoid leaving it on broken or irritated skin. If you have very sensitive skin, try a small patch test first. If it gets in your eyes, rinse well with water.

⚠️Warnings

The cosmetic safety review panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) notes possible mild irritation to skin, eyes, or lungs at higher concentrations and recommends limits and a difference between rinse‑off and leave‑on use. There are also some data gaps around the maximum concentrations used, so stop using the product if you notice redness, stinging, rash, or persistent irritation and seek medical advice for severe reactions.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

No Known Risk: Reviews by a cosmetic safety review panel and a national environment agency found no significant health hazards. The ingredient is not thought to build up in the body or harm organs, and it is considered safe in products when used at the allowed levels (with different limits for rinse-off versus leave-on products). There are some notes about possible mild irritation and that safety limits are set, but overall no real health risks were identified.

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Alternative Names for Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

sodium cocoyl isethionateSODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATESODIUM COCOYL ISOTHIONATEJORDAPON CIIGEPON AC-78COCONUT FATTY ACID, 2-SULFOETHYL ESTER, SODIUM SALTSODIUM COCOYL ETHYL ESTER SULFONATEFATTY ACIDS, COCONUT OIL, SULFOETHYL ESTERS, SODIUM SALTSSODIUM SALTS FATTY ACIDS, COCONUT OIL, SULFOETHYL ESTERSSULFOETHYL ESTERS SODIUM SALTS FATTY ACIDS, COCONUT OILFATTY ACIDS, COCO, 2SULFOETHYL ESTERS, SODIUM SALTSSODIUM COCOYLISETHIONATE

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Products Containing Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Is this safe for adults to use Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate?

Yes, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate is generally considered safe for adults based on current research.

What are the no known risk risks of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate for adults?

No immediate health concerns found based on current research.

What products contain Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate?

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can adults using products with Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for adults. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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