Alpha Olefin (Oleum) Sulfonate (AOS) - Powder
| Description |
Deep-Cleansing Primary Surfactant Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS) is a non-sulfate anionic surfactant that is commonly used in shampoos and other bath products owing to its skin-friendly properties, cleansing and foaming properties, and ability to combine well with water to remove dirt and oils. Petroleum cracking is the most common method for producing it in large quantities. |
| INCI | Sulfonic acids, C14-C16-alkane hydroxy |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Usage rate | Can be added to formulas as is. Recommended use level is 10-16% depending on desired foaming and cleansing effects. For external use only. |
| Applications | Body washes, shampoos, bubble baths, cleansing lotions, various personal care cleansing products. |
| Texture | Powder |
| Scent | Characteristically detergenty |
| pH | 7.0 - 9.0 (10% solution) |
| Charge | Anionic |
| Solubility | water, alcohol, and glycerol but is insoluble in oil |
| Why do we use it in formulations? | Mild primary surfactant with excellent cleansing and degreasing properties (but non-drying on skin & mucous membranes) |
| Refined or unrefined? | Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS) only exists as a refined product. |
| Strengths | Fantastic lather, great cleansing |
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