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Ingredient Facts
Potassium hydrogenated tallowate
AKA: Potassium Soap, Tallow Soap
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
Potassium salt of hydrogenated tallow acid
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic surfactant made from hydrogenated animal fat (tallow) combined with potassium. Developed as an inexpensive, stable cleansing agent for industrial and cosmetic applications.