does anyone know anything about this??

[angied]

http://www.chemistrystore.com/sodiumcocosulfate.htm

I was doing some research on the soap dish and found a post about this stuff, has anyone used it? Does anyone have an opinion on it?

Thanks

Angie

[Darwin]

That sounds very interesting. I would like to know more about this also!!!!!!!

[singleyellowrose]

I haven't ever used it, however it is similar to SLSa.

[sarahlf]

It is fantastic! IMHO it's milder than SLSA, it bubbles brilliantly and leaves your skin feeling smooth and conditioned. I originally got it from The Herbarie but now source it in the UK. I use it in bath creams, body washes and in a shower gel, usually along with Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate (a liquid surfactant also at The Herbarie).

HTH,

Sarah.

[eugenia]

Sarah, does it get everywhere like SLSA? Need a mask? SLSA is nasty to work with.

[Purple Lilac]

That is so good to know, Sarah, I can not use SLSA no matter how much I decrease the %.

[angied]

Thanks for the info. sara. I may just have to order some. I have heard that it isnt as harsh as the slsa. And the price is about the same.

Angie

[Sherie]

Is this in powder form? Also, what's the use percentage rate?

[KMommy]

Here is a response I recieved from a supplier about Sodium Coco Sulfate concerning bath bombs. I hope it helps if anyone was considering trying it in bath bombs.

Sodium Coco Sulfate is an excellent foamer - probably a better foamer

than

Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate. However, I don't know how well it would

work in

a bath bomb since we've not used it in that particular application. It

is

typically dispersed into water and then neutralized. Sodium Coco

Sulfate is

excellent when used to make shampoo, body wash or other liquid

cleansers

[singleyellowrose]

According to the MSDS it is

Appearance: White waxy flaked solid

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Strong oxidizing agents and strong acids

SECTION VII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

============================================================================

Respiratory Protection- Wear MSHA or NEOSH approved self-contained breathing - apparatus when

working in confined spaces or where dust is present

Ventilation: Not required

Protective Gloves: Impervious

Eye Protection: Chemical goggles

Other Equipment: Eye wash and safety shower in work area

Work/Hygienic Practices: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing

[sarahlf]

It's available in small, thin white needles but they're easy to grind down and yes it does make an irritating powder that gets everywhere, so use masks, etc. It's well worth it though. I've used it in solid bubble bars as well and they're the best I've tried. I haven't tried them in bath bombs yet, so can't comment on those. IMHO, I think it really does make a difference to your skin.

However, it still may be irritating to some.

Edited to add: The usage rate is 1-15% but I've had products certified with 20-25% in them.

Sarah.