Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a mild, amino acid-based surfactant derived from coconut oil and glutamic acid. It is primarily used in cosmetic and personal care formulations such as cleansers, shampoos, and body washes as a gentle cleansing and foaming agent. This ingredient is particularly valued in products designed for sensitive skin due to its low irritancy potential.
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a gentle coconut-derived surfactant commonly used in cleansers and personal care products for sensitive skin.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1366830
- Generic
- Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Not used as a pharmaceutical medication. In cosmetic formulations, it serves as a primary or secondary surfactant in facial cleansers, body washes, shampoos, and mild skincare products, particularly those marketed for sensitive or dry skin types.
Functions as an anionic surfactant by reducing surface tension between the product and skin/hair, allowing oils and impurities to be rinsed away. Derived from natural amino acids, it produces a gentle lather while maintaining the skin's natural moisture barrier.
Considered safe for cosmetic use by regulatory authorities. Generally well-tolerated with low potential for skin irritation or sensitization. Environmentally biodegradable. Not intended for therapeutic pharmaceutical use.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 27, 2026. · Read our editorial policy