Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Sodium lauroyl glutamate pairs lauric-acid chain with glutamic acid, creating one of the gentlest cleansing agents available — a fixture of high-end Asian facial washes. Its micelles remove sebum and sunscreen efficiently while leaving ceramides and NMF untouched, and its foam is dense and cushioned. At 5–15% it suits all skin types, including eczema-prone and baby skin. The glutamate surfactants’ documented low irritation potential makes them the reference standard in dermatologist-guided gentle cleansing. When "gentle cleanser" is the goal, this INCI near the top of the list is a green flag.