Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate (Powder)

Description

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate is a mild, amino acid-based anionic surfactant derived from natural glutamic acid and lauric acid. It is widely used in personal care products for gentle cleansing and foaming without stripping the skin or hair of natural oils.

It is highly water-soluble and forms creamy lathers, making it suitable for facial cleansers, shampoos, and body washes. Being biodegradable and mild, it is ideal for sensitive skin and eco-friendly formulations.

Benefits Includes:

• Gentle cleansing and foaming
• Mild and non-irritating to skin and eyes
• Biodegradable and environmentally friendly
• Compatible with other surfactants to boost mildness and foam
• Adds creamy lather and soft skin feel

Functions In Formulation:

• Primary or secondary surfactant (cleansing agent)
• Foaming agent
• Skin conditioning agent
• Enhances mildness of harsher surfactants
• Co-surfactant in shampoo and body wash blends

INGREDIENT INFORMATION

INCI: Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
CAS No: 29964-68-3
Appearance: White to off-white powder
Solubility: Water soluble
pH: 5 – 8 (in solution)
Usage Rate: 1 – 15% depending on formulation
Country: Germany

Common Uses

Common Uses
• Facial cleansers
• Shampoos and hair care products
• Body washes and soaps
• Baby care products
• Sensitive skin products
• Foam boosters in mild surfactant blends

Formulation Tips:

• Dissolve slowly in water while stirring to avoid clumping.
• Compatible with most anionic, amphoteric, and non-ionic surfactants.
• Ideal for low-foaming or mild formulations like baby cleansers or facial washes.
• Adjust pH if necessary; performs best in slightly acidic to neutral conditions (pH 5–7).
• Can be blended with humectants like glycerin for improved skin feel.

Applications
• Facial cleansers
• Gentle foaming face wash
• Baby wash
• Sensitive skin cleansers
• Shampoo formulations
• Body wash
• Makeup remover cleansers
• Cream or lotion cleansers

Packaging:

Our powders are packed in waterproof zip-lock pouches to avoid spillage.

Recommended Storage:

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture in an airtight container.
(Current lot will expire october 2028)

DISCLAIMER:

• DAKITZ NATURAL PRODUCTS are for cosmetic and personal care formulations and are meant for external use only, unless otherwise stated.

• This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition.

• Kindly research, test, and understand ingredients before purchasing.

• If you are not advanced in formulating, we recommend working with a chemist or professional formulator.